[01-31-2023] Placer County, CA – Bicyclist Killed After Car Crash in Roseville near Rocklin

A bicyclist was killed after being hit by a car in Roseville near the Rocklin border on early Tuesday morning, January 31, 2023.

According to the Roseville Police Department, the fatal crash occurred around 5:00 a.m. along Pacific/Taylor Road near Stonehouse Court.

The circumstances leading to the crash are still being investigated, but a bicyclist was killed while the car driver reportedly remained at the scene and cooperated with the authorities.

No further details on the driver and the victim’s identities were released as the investigation continued. Alcohol or drugs are not currently considered factors.

California Highway Patrol reported that the westbound I-80 on-ramp at Taylor Road and the eastbound I-80 off-ramp were closed due to the crash.

Fatal Bicycle Accident Statistics

Despite legislative and law enforcement initiatives, concerns regarding bikers’ safety continue to be voiced in the United States. More than 800 cyclists were killed in the United States last year. Many of these fatalities have started in the Golden State of California.

Estimates show that every year since 2016, there has been a declining trend in the number of bicycle accidents that have been reported. Between 2000 and 2001, the number of bicycle accidents decreased by 12 percent. However, the number of fatalities increased.

The state of California has the highest rate of bicycle-related fatalities in the US, at 4.4% per 100,000 residents. It’s the highest rate in the whole country. The National Cycling Safety Foundation reports that in 2017, 145 people in California were killed and 11,116 were injured due to events involving bicycles.

What to Do After a Bicycle Accident

If you or someone you know has been in an automobile accident, it’s vital to call the authorities without delay. Never speculate when replying to inquiries; stick to proven facts.

Victims of accidents, still reeling from the shock of the event, may feel compelled to apologize for actions they did not initiate. Insurance companies will use this against you even if it doesn’t feel like an admission of guilt to you.

Get in touch with the relevant agencies and ask for a copy of the report. By filling out our online form, we can also submit the request on your behalf. The information contained therein is crucial to our ability to initiate your claim. If you’d like a no-cost initial evaluation of your case’s viability, please get in touch with us.

Bicycle Accident Lawyers in Placer County

Following a bicycle accident in California, you might be eligible for financial compensation. If you or a loved one were wounded due to someone else’s carelessness, you could file a claim for damages under the statutes governing personal injury and wrongful death lawsuits.

During your free initial consultation, one of our lawyers will review your case’s details, lay out the options available to you, and let you know if there is anything that could reduce the final settlement amount.

Our trusted and award-winning Placer County bicycle accident attorneys at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi Esq., have extensive experience advocating for accident victims. Our clients have been awarded compensation totaling $500 million.

Contact (888) 488-1391 or click the “Do I Have a Case?” on our website to schedule a free consultation with one of our lawyers.