Motorcyclist Killed in Crash at Lynn and Kelley Road
Investigators are working to determine fault regarding a deadly motorcycle accident that occurred in Thousand Oaks Saturday night.
It was around 6:20 p.m. when a motorcycle collided with an SUV at Lynn and Kelley Road in the Newberry Park community.
Matt Wennerstrom, 24, was reportedly traveling eastbound at the time of the accident. He sadly died at the scene.
The SUV driver was also taken to a nearby hospital with undisclosed injuries.
Authorities shut down the intersection for hours pending cleanup and investigation purposes.
Wennerstrom was known as a hero. In 2018, at the age of 20, he shielded multiple people at a bar when a gunman opened fire.
He was the reason 35 people were able to escape the bar and avoid gunfire.
JT Legal Group sends our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Matt Wennerstrom.
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.
