Royce Waltrip, 49, killed in rear-end motorcycle collision on Highway 121 near Schellville, California
1 rider dead, at least 6 injured in motorcycle crashes Saturday
Royce Waltrip, 49, was riding a 2014 Honda motorcycle, and traveling 40 to 45 mph approaching stopped traffic when he lost control of his bike, the CHP said. He crashed into the rear of a 2005 Toyota and was taken to Queen of the Valley Hospital in Napa, where he died.
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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.
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