Fatal Motorcycle Collision on Central Road 

Investigators are working to determine the cause of an Apple Valley accident that left a motorcyclist dead on Thursday.

The incident took place on May 5th around 10 a.m. on Central Road.

A Yamaha sport bike and four-door sedan collided near Sioux Road under unclear circumstances. 

The rider was ejected from their bike and landed pretty far from the scene near a parked vehicle.

Paramedics rushed the motorcyclist to a local hospital where he sadly died as a result of his injuries. 

The other vehicle also sustained front-end damage. It is unclear whether or not any occupants were injured. 

An active investigation is underway.

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.