[09-05-2022] Trinity County, CA – 68-Year-Old Woman Dead in Fatal Motorcycle Collision on Highway 299

According to the California Highway Patrol, a 68-year-old woman was fatally injured in a motorcycle crash on Highway 299 in the Trinity River area Monday morning, September 5, 2022.

The crash occurred at around 11:45 a.m. westbound on SR-299 near Mile Post Marker 299 Tri 8.35.

The CHP said Sharon T., 68 years old and from Redding, was driving her 2000 Honda Shadow Spirit.

Officials said Thacker was going about 40 miles per hour and coming up on a curve near Mile Post Marker 299 Tri 8.35 when she lost control of the bike for reasons still being looked into and crashed.

Officials said Thacker was thrown from her motorcycle and fell down a steep, rocky slope into a group of trees. The bike finally stopped in the lane of SR-299 that goes east.

Thacker died from the injuries he got in the crash. The CHP said that the impact is still being looked into, and they don’t know if drugs or alcohol played a role.

The CHP wants anyone who may have seen the accident or has more information about it to call their Investigating Officer T. Kirkland at (530) 623-3832.

Fatal Motorcycle Crash Statistics

Even though motorcycles only make up a small part of the total number of vehicles sold, they are responsible for many traffic deaths in the United States. Even if someone doesn’t die in a motorcycle accident, it can be bad for their long-term health and well-being.

Since the early 1980s, deaths on motorcycles have decreased, but they increased in 1998 and stayed the same until 2008.

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) of the US Department of Transportation says that 5014 motorcyclists died in crashes in 2019.

Accidents with motorcycles often happen when the driver is distracted, drunk, careless, in bad weather, going the wrong way, or not following traffic laws.

Helmets keep your head from getting seriously hurt. 37% of the time, helmets can keep motorcyclists from getting into accidents. But the rest of their bodies might still be vulnerable.

Many motorcycle accidents can be avoided if riders are careful, wear protective gear, and stay out of the blind spots of larger vehicles.

Trinity County Motorcycle Accident Lawyers

It can be hard to know what to do if you’ve never been in a car accident before. The insurance business is very aware of this. Sometimes, they try to get their victims to settle out of court before they talk to a lawyer.

It can be hard to know what to do after a motorcycle accident. You should talk to an experienced Trinity County motorcycle lawyer near you to protect your legal rights. Arash Law’s specialty is motorcycle accidents.

Insurance companies can easily trick grieving families into accepting a settlement of much less than the claim is worth. Talk to an experienced motorcycle accident lawyer right away.
When a person dies in a motorcycle accident, people who need legal help are told to call Arash Law’s motorcycle lawyers in Trinity County.

Our lawyers have worked on many cases involving motorcycle accidents, so they know what to do. Let us handle the insurance company so you can focus on getting better. You can be sure that your claim will be conducted correctly.

Don’t be afraid to get in touch with us if you have any questions or concerns. As soon as possible after a motorcycle accident, you should talk to a lawyer. Call us at (888) 488-1391 to speak to us for free.