![[07-21-2024] 22-Year-Old Male Rider Seriously Injured After Motorcycle Vs. Vehicle Collision in Pacific Beach](https://ak1.to//MRI3.webp)
A 22-year-old male rider was seriously injured after a motorcycle vs. vehicle collision in San Diego on Sunday night, July 21, 2024.
According to the San Diego Police Department, the traffic crash happened at about 8:33 p.m. along Grand Avenue in the Pacific Beach neighborhood.
SDPD said the 22-year-old man was riding a 2007 Suzuki motorcycle eastbound on Grand Avenue when he entered the bicycle lane to pass through stopped traffic. At the same time, a 33-year-old man driving a 2020 Jeep Cherokee was heading west on the same roadway when he started turning southbound at the intersection.
The Jeep reportedly broadsided the motorcycle, leading to serious injuries for the rider and apparent crash damage to both vehicles.
SDPD then confirmed that the male motorcyclist fractured his left shinbone and calf bone as a result of the incident. The rider’s name and current status were not released at the time of writing.
No word yet on whether the Jeep driver was injured. It is also not immediately known if they remained at the scene.
Drugs, alcohol, and speeding are currently being investigated as possible factors in the collision.
The authorities will provide additional information as the investigation progresses.
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.
