![[06-13-2025] Motorcyclist Killed, Driver Injured in Crash With Tractor Grader on Road 132 Near Avenue 328](https://ak1.to//dP1y.webp)
A motorcyclist was killed in a collision involving a tractor grader in Tulare County on Friday afternoon, June 13, 2025.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident occurred around 12:30 p.m. on Road 132, south of Avenue 328.
Authorities said the man was riding a motorcycle southbound on Road 132 at an unknown speed when he entered the northbound lane to pass slower-moving traffic. At the same time, a man driving a tractor grader was making a left turn across the northbound lane toward a private roadway on the east side of the road.
The motorcyclist collided with the grader and was thrown from his bike, sustaining fatal injuries. The driver of the tractor-grader sustained minor injuries and was treated at the scene by emergency personnel. The identities of those involved have not been released.
The CHP is investigating 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.
