[08-15-2022] Riverside County, CA – 29-Year-Old Man Killed in a Motorcycle Accident in Palm Desert

A 29-year-old man was killed following a motorcycle accident in Palm Desert on Monday morning, August 15, 2022.

The collision occurred around 8:05 a.m. at the intersection of Washington Street and Tucson Circle.

Deputies discovered a 29-year-old man lying in the roadway with serious injuries upon arrival. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

According to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department, the preliminary investigation revealed that the man was riding a 2022 Harley Davidson motorcycle southbound on Washington St. at a moderate speed. A 2015 Jeep Cherokee pulled into the intersection and collided with the motorcycle.

The motorcyclist was ejected and landed at the intersection. Other drivers stopped to assist and render aid.

According to the deputies, the motorcycle rider was not hit by other vehicles and was wearing a helmet when the collision happened.

The man’s identity had not been made public as of Monday afternoon.

The Jeep’s driver was hospitalized for minor wounds.

There is no information on whether alcohol may have contributed to the collision.

Washington Street in the southbound direction between Fred Waring Drive and Mountain View Avenue was shut down after the collision. The traffic is being detoured onto Palm Royale Drive southbound.

Deputies at the crash scene investigated the brief closure. There is no information as of yet regarding the status of the road’s reopening.

Call Deputy Claro Sanchez of the Palm Desert Station’s Traffic Team at (760) 836-1600 or call toll-free at (760) 341-STOP (7867), referencing incident #T222270033, if you have any information about this incident.

Motorcycle Accident Statistics

California is the center of American motorcycle riding. Motorcyclists come from all over the country to ride on the historic roads, beautiful scenery, and pleasant climate. These factors have increased the number of motorcycles registered in California to previously unheard-of levels but have also raised the rate of motorcycle accidents.

Many fantasize about traveling along California’s famed oceanside roads or Route 66 from Chicago to Los Angeles, but these journeys can be hazardous. Accidents involving motorcycles occur frequently and frequently end in severe injury or death. In fact, motorcyclists are about 26 times more likely to die in a traffic accident than occupants of passenger cars.

California has the most motorcycle registrations of any state with 785,424. 88% of motorcycle accidents result in an injury or death. Over 500 motorcycle fatalities occur in California annually, making it one of the two most dangerous states for such accidents. According to the most recent publicly available data set, there were 474 motorcycle fatalities in California in 2019.

Many factors contribute to the high rate of motorcycle accidents. Motorcycles are much less visible than other vehicles on the road, making them more difficult for drivers to see.

Additionally, motorcycles offer less protection to riders than enclosed vehicles, meaning that injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident are often more severe.

Finally, motorcycles can be more difficult to control than other vehicles, especially in adverse weather conditions. By understanding the risks associated with motorcycle riding, riders can help to minimize the chance of being involved in an accident.

Riverside County Motorcycle Crash Lawyers

Riverside County is home to over 2 million people, and a lot of traffic comes with that. Riverside has many different types of roads, from busy highways to winding mountain roads, and motorcyclists must be extra careful when riding. Unfortunately, even the most experienced and cautious riders can be involved in accidents, often through no fault of their own.

If you or someone you love has been injured in a motorcycle accident, our experienced Riverside County motorcycle accident lawyers at Arash Law can help you get the compensation you deserve. We know how devastating these accidents can be, and we promise to work tirelessly to get you the compensation you deserve.

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