One Killed in Ben Lomond Collision Involving Motorcycle 

A motorcycle and SUV collided head-on in Ben Lomond on Saturday, July 23rd. 

It was at about 3:17 p.m. when the collision occurred on Alba Road. 

Damian Lanctot, of Ben Lomond, was the motorcyclist that sadly died at the scene. 

Lanctot was traveling east when his bike collided with a westbound SUV, causing the rider to be ejected. 

It is unclear at this time what caused the accident. 

The SUV driver, a 51-year-old woman, was treated at the scene and a local hospital for minor injuries. 

An active investigation remains underway. 

JT Legal Group sends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Damian Lanctot. 

Head-on collisions are without a doubt the most dangerous types of crashes. They may only account for 2% of accidents, however they make up 10% of all deadly crashes. 

The Fatal Analysis Reporting System (FARS) has found that: 

• 75% of head-on crashes happen in rural areas
• They are most common on two-lane highways
• Failure in negotiating a curve on the road causes 23% of all fatal head-on collisions
• 58% of head-on collisions result in a fatality

If you or a loved one need legal help following an accident, contact JT Legal Group at (888) 529-3111.