![[08-03-2025] Fatal Motorcycle Crash Closes Highway 39 South of East Fork Road](https://ak1.to//r1RB.webp)
A fatal crash involving a motorcycle and a pickup truck temporarily shut down both northbound and southbound lanes of Highway 39 south of East Fork Road in Los Angeles County on Sunday afternoon, August 3, 2025.
First responders were dispatched just before 1:00 p.m. to the scene, where a collision occurred between the motorcycle and a pickup truck. Descriptions of both vehicles have not been released.
At 1:27 p.m., California Highway Patrol officers requested the presence of the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner at the scene.
Access to the canyon from Azusa Avenue and Sierra Madre Avenue in Azusa will be temporarily closed. The investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing.
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.
