[06-21-2022] San Bernardino County, CA – One Person Killed in Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Victorville

A motorcycle rider was killed in a fatal collision in Victorville on Tuesday afternoon, June 21, 2022.

The crash occurred around 3:48 p.m. at the Del Gado and Manzano Road intersection.

A 2015 Toyota Corolla and a 2002 Honda Shadow Sabre were both involved in the collision.

The rider was discovered lying in the road by emergency personnel and Victorville California Highway Patrol officers who had responded to the crash.

Firefighters asked a helicopter to land at Desert Valley Hospital, and a Mercy Air helicopter then airlifted the rider to Loma Linda University Medical Center.

The rider eventually succumbed to his injuries.

The Victorville CHP is still investigating the crash.

Fatal Motorcycle Accident Statistics

Collisions involving motorcycles are a common cause of death and serious injury. Collisions involving motorcycles are more likely to result in fatalities and life-changing injuries than those involving other vehicles. Motorcycle riders are exposed to a wide range of dangers, from road rash to serious head and brain trauma on a daily basis.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) stated that 16 times more injuries and 35 times more deaths are reported when a motorcycle collides with a car.

According to the most recent data, motorcycle accidents killed 5,115 people and injured 79,000 others in 2019. Motorcycles make up only 3% of all registered vehicles in the United States and account for only 0.6% of all vehicle miles traveled.

Only 14% of traffic fatalities, 17% of occupant deaths, and 3% of all injuries are caused by the 8.6 million motorcycles that are legally registered in the United States.

Traffic collisions can be avoided. Motorcycle riders should always wear a helmet to protect their heads in the event of an accident. Helmet use has been linked to a 37% decrease in fatal motorcycle accidents.

San Bernardino County Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

A motorcyclist’s physical injuries aren’t the only issue they have to deal with after a motorcycle accident. The above-mentioned physical injuries can lead to emotional distress and hardship. It is possible that a biker’s daily routine, such as working and supporting themselves or maintaining stable interpersonal relationships, will be disrupted.

Accident and injury details determine the extent of your damage. Most injured motorcyclists have the legal right to file a personal injury lawsuit to recover damages for their medical bills, lost wages, mental anguish, and physical pain and suffering.

An accident such as this can have serious financial and non-financial consequences. Our San Bernardino County motorcycle accident lawyers at Arash Law are ready to fight for your right to compensation.

We offer free consultations and evaluations for motorcycle accident victims. Furthermore, you don’t have to worry about spending anything until we win your case. Our job is to make sure our clients get every penny of compensation to which they’re entitled to. Call us at (888) 488-1391 or fill out our online intake form for a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys.