Bicyclist Oscar Mauricio Gutierrez Osorio, 31, killed in collision at Veirs Mill Road and Turkey Branch Parkway in Rockville, Maryland
Bicyclist fatally struck by car at intersection at Veirs Mill Road in Rockville
The collision occurred when the bicyclist attempted to cross Veirs Mill Road in a northbound direction, and was struck by a Honda traveling east, according to police.
The bicyclist was transported to the hospital, where he died of his injuries .
Montgomery Co. lobbies state to improve deadly Veirs Mill intersection
In December, Frank Towers, 19, was struck and killed by an SUV as he tried to cross the intersection on his bike. Then, another fatal crash occurred this past weekend. A 31-year old bicyclist, Oscar Gutierrez Osorio, died after being struck by a car Sunday.
‘Undeniably dangerous’ Maryland crosswalk claims two lives in seven months
The flashers “are insufficient to address the problem since they require motorists to slow down and exercise caution but not to stop,” the letter said. “Drivers continue to exceed the 40-mph speed limit even when the light signal is activated. At these speeds, a collision with a pedestrian or bicyclist is almost certainly fatal.”
What do you want to do?
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.
Go here to learn how to protect the legal rights of bicycle accident victims and their families.
Add new comment