Traffic Collision on Coronado Avenue near Imperial Beach
A 69-year-old male motorcyclist was injured after colliding with a Toyota Corolla in San Diego on Thursday evening.
According to the San Diego Police Department, the crash took place at 6:50 p.m. on Coronado Avenue.
The Toyota turned in front of the eastbound motorcycle, causing a collision on April 21st.
Due to the impact, the man suffered multiple fractures to his left leg and was rushed to the hospital.
In addition, the driver along with his two passengers were left unharmed.
Investigators are actively working to gather all of the details of the accident.
According to statistics, approximately 80% of accidents involving a motorcycle result in injuries or death.
Motorcycle accidents, according to the NHTSA, accounted for 14% of motor vehicle accident deaths in 2019. Motorcyclists should be fully aware of the safety challenges in which they face while riding on roads in California. Below are some tips for motorcyclists:
- Wear proper protection
- Ride responsibly
- Be knowledgeable and practice how to properly operate a motorcycle
- Ensure you are licensed prior to operating a motorcycle
If you or a loved one need legal help following an accident, contact JT Legal Group at (888) 529-3111.