Motorcyclist Charles O’Connell, 76, dies when struck by vehicle on Topanga Canyon Boulevard in Topanga Canyon, California
76-YEAR-OLD MOTORCYCLIST KILLED IN TOPANGA CANYON CRASH
First, a Toyota Sienna was driven by a 51-year-old man south on Topanga Canyon Boulevard, and it rear-ended a Toyota Tacoma pickup that was stopped to make a left turn onto Woodland Crest Drive.
The impact pushed the pickup truck into the northbound lane, into the path of the approaching motorcyclist, who was riding a 2017 Triumph.
The 76-year-old motorcyclist, a nearby resident, was ejected from his motorcycle.
Topanga man, 76, killed in motorcycle crash, is identified
Authorities today identified a 76-year-old motorcyclist who was killed in a crash in the Topanga area.
Since motorcycle crashes often end in serious injuries, victims need immediate help
Motorcycle accidents are more likely to end in serious injuries or death for the motorcyclist, since the rider is not protected from the force of a collision. When a motorcycle accident happens, the injured rider needs immediate, appropriate medical care, the accident needs to be investigated, and the insurance companies need to be informed.
When a motorcycle crash is caused by negligence, additional steps need to be taken to protect the legal rights of the injured motorcyclist or the family members of someone killed in a motorcycle crash. Go here to learn more about motorcycle accidents and claims.
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