Motorcyclist Killed in Las Vegas Following Collision with Car
It was at 7:22 p.m. in Las Vegas when a car and motorcycle collided on Saturday evening.
The crash sadly resulted in the death of the motorcyclist on February 5th.
According to reports, the incident occurred within the 2600 block of South Las Vegas Blvd.
A Hyundai Elantra was making a left turn into the driveway of the Hilton Grand Vacations Club when it collided with a southbound Suzuki GSX-R600.
The motorcyclist was ejected upon impact and rushed to UMC Trauma, where he sadly died.
Additionally, the 53-year-old driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with authorities.
The crash remains under investigation.
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
Contact JT Legal Group at (888) 529-3111 if you need legal assistance following an accident.