[06-11-2023] Napa County, CA – Driver Died, Passenger Injured After Motorcycle Crash Along Butts Canyon Road

A driver died, and his passenger was injured after a motorcycle crash along Butts Canyon Road, Napa County, on Sunday afternoon, June 11, 2023.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal crash happened around 2:26 p.m. in the 7800 block of Butts Canyon Road north of Pope Valley.

A 2015 Harley Davidson was driven by a 51-year-old named Ronnie B. Jr. with a 52-year-old named Dena B. when it swerved off the road, fell down the hillside, overturned, and crashed.

The driver succumbed to his injuries, while his partner sustained severe injuries and was transported via airlift to Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital.

The authorities have not released further information about the fatal crash.

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What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident

The aftermath of a motorcycle accident can be traumatic and upsetting. If a rider is injured or their property is damaged, they should seek legal help immediately. Take the following steps to protect your rights:

• Keep calm and do not admit fault.
• Check your body for injuries. Examine the condition of the other individuals involved.
• You should wait on the side of the road or in a safe place until the authorities arrive.
• Do not try to resolve the conflict with the other driver. Inform the police of the collision and request a copy of the official report.
• Gather information such as the other driver’s name and insurance provider.
• Take pictures of everything you think is essential, including the scene, the road, your injuries, the other car, and your motorcycle.
• Seek medical attention as soon as possible.
• Keep a file with all accident-related paperwork and information.
• Discuss your accident with an experienced California motorcycle accident lawyer.

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Fatal Motorcycle Accident Statistics

Motorcycle accidents accounted for 14% of traffic fatalities, 17% of occupant fatalities, and 3% of occupant injuries in 2021. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, over 5,500 motorcycle fatalities were reported in the United States in 2020. Furthermore, over 180,000 motorcycle accidents resulted in injuries that required medical treatment in the emergency department.

Between 2020 and 2021, motorcycle drivers and passengers suffered 8% more fatalities. Furthermore, 19% more people have died in the last ten years, and the death rate has increased by 29%. Recently, the death rate increased to 5,932, or 30.05 per 100 million vehicle miles.

The number of motorcycles registered in California in 2020 was around 785,000. It was one of the two states with the greatest rate of motorcycle deaths, with about 500 fatalities each year.