Deadly Crash Involving Motorcycle at Rodeo Drive and Lariat Road
Victor Valley News reported a fatal motorcycle collision in Victorville Thursday night, March 24th.
The incident occurred just before 8:00 p.m. at Rodeo Drive and Lariat Road.
Per reports, two motorcycles collided with a Dodge Durango for unknown reasons.
Sadly, one of the involved motorcyclists died at the scene. Another was transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Police shut down a portion of Rodeo Drive for a period of time following the wreck.
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
If you or a loved one need legal help following an accident, contact JT Legal Group at (888) 529-3111.