Scott Koch, 58, killed in bicycle collision with alleged hit-and-run driver Eric Joseph Corral, 44, at East Valencia Road and South Nexus Drive in Tucson, Arizona
Police ID victim, suspect in deadly Rita Ranch bicycle crash
Traffic detectives determined that Koch was on the northeast corner of Valencia and Nexus, waiting to cross southbound at the crosswalk when the driver, identified as Eric Joseph Corral, 44, was traveling westbound in a silver 2011 Dodge Avenger on Valencia. As the light turned red for westbound travel, Corral did not stop but instead ran into Koch who had just entered the crosswalk, according to the release.
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After a serious or fatal bicycle accident, take these steps to help the recovery process
When someone is seriously injured in a bicycle accident, the first days and weeks are spent getting medical treatment and dealing with the new reality of injuries, pain, lost work, and disruption to normal life. When someone dies in a crash, family members are forced to deal with grief, anger, and loss as they struggle to move forward.
After a serious or fatal bicycle collision, an injured person, or the family left behind, incur damages including the cost of current and future medical expenses, lost work and wages, pain and suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life. When the crash is caused by a negligent driver, there may be financial recovery available for the victims.
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