[01-28-2023] Riverside County, CA – Motorcyclist Killed After Collision with Pickup in Menifee

A 55-year-old motorcyclist was killed following a collision with a pickup truck in Menifee on Saturday afternoon, January 28, 2023.

According to the Menifee Police Department, the fatal crash occurred at 4:17 p.m. at the Bundy Canyon Road and Wright Road intersection.

The rider, identified by the Riverside County Coroner’s Office as Canon S., 55, of Menifee, was reportedly traveling west on Bundy Canyon Road in his Harley-Davidson motorcycle along with a Ford pickup.

The motorcycle rider smashed into the driver’s side of the pickup after he tried to pass the slowing traffic on the other side of the road right when the pickup slowed to turn left.

Responders from the police, Riverside County Fire Department, and American Medical Response tried to save the motorcyclist, who sustained major injuries but was declared dead at the site.

The pickup driver stayed at the scene and assisted the authorities. Initial investigation revealed that alcohol or drugs did not play a role in the collision.

Fatal Motorcycle Accident Statistics

According to the National Safety Council, motorcycle riders were responsible for 14% of all traffic fatalities, 18% of all occupant deaths, and 4% of all occupant injuries in 2020. While only 3% of vehicles fell into this category, they accounted for 0.6% of all vehicle miles driven. Some of the horrific fatalities may have been avoided if the victims had been wearing helmets.

The fatality rate in 2020 was 2.333 times higher than in 2019 for every 100 million kilometers driven. The overall death toll and death rate increased by around 20% throughout this period. For every 100,000 visitors, there have been 5,579 fatalities (a rate of 31.64).

There are currently about 785,424 motorcycles on California’s highways. Riders are responsible for a disproportionate number of road fatalities in the state. According to experts, only around 6 percent of these fatalities can be attributed to distracted drivers.

What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident

Call 911 for quick help following a motorcycle accident. If questioned, give only the facts as you know them. Some people who have recently been in an accident are still in shock and will apologize extensively, even though they had nothing to do with the situation. This can be used as evidence against you by the insurance company.

In order to obtain a police report, you should contact the authorities in your area. Fill out our online form if you’d prefer that we make the request for you. When we get your request for a report, we’ll start looking into your claim at no upfront cost to you. To complete your claim investigation, we require such information and documentation.

Motorcycle Accident Lawyers in Riverside County

Injured motorcyclists in California who believe they have a case should not delay in contacting legal representation. If you have any inquiries or potential claims, one of our attorneys will contact you shortly.

Motorcycle accident victims who have lost a loved one should seek financial compensation by filing a claim. A personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit is a legal recourse available to those who have been wronged and want monetary compensation for their suffering.

Our trusted and award-winning Riverside County motorcycle accident attorneys at Arash Law, led by Arash Khorsandi, Esq., have extensive experience advocating for accident victims. Our clients have been awarded compensation totaling $750 million.

Contact (888) 488-1391 or click the “Do I Have a Case?” on our website to schedule a free consultation with one of our lawyers.