Thomas Gilleran, 65, dies from injuries sustained in motorcycle crash on North Canfield Avenue in Park Ridge, Illinois
Modified Date:
Tue, 11/07/2017 - 9:18amAccident Date:
Friday, May 22, 2015Man dies following Northwest Side motorcycle crash
A motorcyclist died after a crash this weekend on the Northwest Side, authorities said.
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Thomas Gilleran, 65, was injured in a crash in the 5700 block of North Canfield Avenue on Friday night when his motorcycle struck a curb. He was brought to Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge, where he was pronounced dead at 9:06 a.m. Saturday.
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.
Type: Motorcycle Accident
People Involved:
Thomas Gilleran
Roadway:
North Canfield AvenueCity:
Park Ridge, ILCounty:
Cook County, ILArea:
Chicago, IL
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