[02-09-2023] San Mateo County, CA – 75-Year-Old Bicyclist Hit and Killed in Half Moon Bay by Unlicensed Driver

A 75-year-old male bicyclist was struck and killed by an SUV in Half Moon Bay on Thursday afternoon, February 09, 2023.

According to the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office, the fatal crash involving an unlicensed driver occurred at about 3:00 p.m. at 500 Kelly Avenue.

Miguel P., an 18-year-old local resident, was reportedly driving a 2001 gold GMC Yukon when he struck the bicyclist, identified as Wang J. by the county coroner’s office.

The driver remained at the scene and was cooperative. He was later arrested for driving without a license and vehicular manslaughter.

Anyone who may have seen the collision is urged to contact the authorities as further investigation continues.

Fatal Bicycle Accident Statistics

Concerns regarding bicycle safety persist in the United States despite laws and law enforcement measures. In the United States, over 800 bicyclists lost their lives due to traffic accidents in 2018. California has been the scene of several of these horrific tragedies.

Research shows that in 2017, there was a 5-20% decrease in the number of bicycle accidents recorded compared to 2016. There was a 12% drop in bike-related events between 2000 and 2001. However, the number of fatalities rose.

Bicyclists account for 4.4% of all road deaths in California. This is rather high in the United States. In 2017, 145 individuals were killed and 11,116 were wounded while riding bicycles in California, according to the National Cycling Safety Foundation.

What to Do After a Bicycle Accident

If somebody is hurt or killed as a result of a bicycle accident, the appropriate authorities must be alerted immediately. Don’t make assumptions; provide a response based simply on facts. The victim may feel obligated to apologize, even if they are completely innocent. A claim could be contested by the insurance company if such behavior is present.

You must properly request a copy of the report from the relevant authorities. To have us make a request for you, please fill out the form on our website. Once we have the required information, we may start working on your claim. We offer free, no-obligation consultations so you can find out how solid your case is.

Bicycle Accident Lawyers in San Mateo County

In California, you can file a personal injury or wrongful death claim for damages if you or a loved one were hurt in a bicycle accident that was someone else’s responsibility. During your free initial consultation, one of our attorneys will go over the specifics of your case, explain your options, and let you know if there is anything that could potentially lower the amount of money you receive in a settlement.

Our trusted and award-winning San Mateo 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.