Motorcyclist Derek Keller, 32, dead, female passenger injured after crashing into fence on Transport Street in Ventura, CA
One Person Dead After Early Morning Motorcycle Crash
The crash happened just after 1 a.m. on Monday on the 3700 block of Transport Street in Ventura. Both Ventura City Fire and Ventura Police officers responded to the crash. Officers believe the accident was caused when the driver of the motorcycle crashed into a fence.
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The driver was pronounced dead at the scene, and the female passenger was taken to the hospital; the extent of her injuries is unknown. The investigation is ongoing.
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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