[07-19-2023] San Diego County, CA – One Person Died, Another Injured Following Motorcycle Crash in East Village

One person died, and another was injured following a motorcycle crash in East Village, San Diego, late Wednesday evening, July 19, 2023.

The San Diego Police Department reported that the fatal crash happened around 11:00 p.m. at 300 16th Street.

A 2021 Polaris Slingshot, occupied by a 32-year-old man and a passenger, was traveling at very high speed when it crashed into two parked vehicles, a 2019 Honda Civic and a 1998 Toyota Camry.

The passenger was fatally injured, while the driver sustained internal bleeding in the pelvis. Both of their identities remain undisclosed.

The authorities are currently conducting an investigation into the fatal crash.

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What To Do After A Motorcycle Accident

You or your loved ones probably went through a lot of stress after a motorcycle accident. Seek legal counsel from a lawyer if you or a loved one has been hurt or wrongfully killed. The earlier you consult with a lawyer, the better. It is also recommended that you do the following:

• 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.
• Before checking on others, check yourself for injuries.
• You should 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.
• Organize all accident-related documents and information in a folder.
• Contact an experienced California motorcycle accident lawyer.

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Fatal Motorcycle Accident Statistics

The National Safety Council reported that motorcycles represent just 3% of all registered vehicles in the United States and account for just 0.6% of all vehicle miles traveled. But by 2021, they were responsible for 14% of all traffic fatalities, 17% of all occupant fatalities, and 3% of all occupant injuries.

The number of motorcycle-related fatalities is significantly reduced when helmets are worn. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, motorcycle fatalities increased by 8% in 2021, despite a 2% decline.

Deaths caused by motorcycles have increased by 19% over the past decade, while death rates have increased by 29%.