A 25-year-old male rider was killed, and a passenger was injured after a motorcycle accident in San Diego on Saturday, August 10, 2024.
According to preliminary reports, the decedent was driving a Harley Davidson motorcycle with a passenger along the 5200 block of Imperial Avenue when the motorcycle collided with a parked Chevrolet pickup truck. The impact of the collision ejected both the driver and the passenger from the motorcycle.
Law enforcement and fire personnel were immediately dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, officers found the motorcyclist unresponsive. Due to the obvious trauma sustained in the collision, the decedent was pronounced dead at the scene. The passenger sustained injuries and was transported by ambulance to a local emergency department for further treatment.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
