[04-05-2022] Los Angeles County, CA – One Person Killed in a Minibike Crash in Chatsworth

One unidentified person was killed following a traffic crash involving a minibike in Chatsworth on Tuesday night, April 5, 2022.

The accident occurred at the 10200 block of North Mason Avenue in Chatsworth at approximately 8:25 p.m.

An SUV and a minibike collided on the highway for unknown reasons. The reasons for the accident are not known.

The minibike driver was killed in the mishap. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Meanwhile, the SUV driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the authorities.

No other injuries were reported. Information about the crash is limited at the moment. The identities of the involved parties have not been disclosed.

Local authorities are further investigating the cause of the crash.

Bike Accident Statistics

There are many types of bicycles people can choose from, one of them are minibikes. A mini bike is a two-wheeled, motorized, off-highway recreational vehicle popularized in the 1960s and 1970s. They were developed at the same time as go-karts.

Riding a minibike is a good recreational activity. Unfortunately, riding one of these vehicles has its disadvantages as well.

Around 500,000 people are thought to have been injured in dirt bike accidents between 2001 and 2004, with 75% of those people requiring hospitalization. More than 245 children and teens under the age of 19 died from dirt bike accidents in 2003, many of them hospitalized, according to the National Center for Injury Prevention and Control.

Approximately 15% of ATV fatalities happened in forest or desert areas. Paved roads accounted for 33% of fatalities, while unpaved roads accounted for 19%.

Riding a dirt bike safely necessitates the use of appropriate safety equipment. You’ll need a full-face helmet to protect your face and neck. (Here are our picks for the best helmets for children, women, and men.) More than just a fashion statement, a full-face helmet protects your brain from injury.

A neck brace is another necessary piece of equipment. Using a neck brace protects your spinal cord.

Los Angeles County Bike Accident Lawyers for Victims

Bicycle accidents often negatively affect the riders more than the other party. They are more likely to die or be seriously hurt in a crash because bicyclists do not have the same protection as car passengers.

An expert Los Angeles County bike accident lawyer can give you the information and confidence to deal with the insurance claims adjuster from the person who caused the accident before you meet with them.

A lawyer will ensure you don’t say anything that could hurt your case by handling all communication. They will talk to insurance companies on your behalf. Besides that, you aren’t forced to accept a quick but low-ball settlement offer.

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