[06-25-2023] San Diego County, CA – Male Motorcyclist Killed After Being Struck by Several Vehicles on SR-78 in Oceanside

A 43-year-old male motorcyclist was killed after being hit by several vehicles on State Route 78 in Oceanside on Sunday morning, June 25, 2023.

According to California Highway Patrol, the accident occurred shortly before 12:30 a.m. on the eastbound of SR-78.

The investigating agency report says the male motorcyclist drove his Buell two-wheeler eastbound on SR-78. After passing multiple vehicles on the right shoulder, he lost control of his motorcycle and was thrown onto the road.

The motorcyclist was struck by several vehicles after tumbling onto the road near Jefferson Street. Upon the arrival of the paramedics, the male motorcycle driver was pronounced dead at the scene.

He was identified as Jacob Lee T., but the identity and condition of other individuals involved in the accident were not disclosed.

It remains unknown if alcohol or drugs contributed to the collision.

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What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident

There’s a lot to consider after a motorcycle accident. If you have suffered an injury or property damage, a lawyer can help. You should talk to a lawyer as soon as possible.

• Stay calm, and do not admit fault.
• If you can, pull over to the side of the road or another safe area to wait for the police.
• Check yourself for injuries before checking with others.
• Do not try to settle your case with the driver. It is essential to report your accident to the police so that there will be an official record.
• Collect information like the other driver’s name and insurer.
• Take photos of your motorcycle, the other driver’s car, the roadway, your injuries, and other relevant factors.
• Get to the hospital as soon as possible after an accident.
• Create a folder with all accident-related documents and information.
• Contact a trustworthy California motorcycle accident lawyer.

Fatal Motorcycle Accident Statistics

In 2020, motorcyclists were responsible for 14% of traffic fatalities, 18% of occupant deaths, and 4% of occupant injuries. Motorcyclists comprise less than 3% of licensed drivers, and their share of total vehicle miles driven is less than 0.6%. If helmets had been worn, 6% of accidents could have been avoided.

Motorcycle traffic increased by 23% per 100,000,000 kilometers between 2019 and 2020, while fatalities rose by 11%. Over the decade, only 10% more people died, but the mortality rate increased by 20%. In recent years, the fatality rate per 100,000,000 kilometers traveled has grown to 5,579.

By 2020, California had more than 785 thousand officially registered motorcycles. More than 500 motorcycle fatalities occur there every year, making it one of the two most dangerous states for riders.