Ty Matthew Olds, 44, killed in bicycle collision with alleged drunk driver Melissa Anne Paul, 27, on Highway 2 at Flint Road near Airway Heights, Washington
Woman charged with vehicular homicide in DUI crash that killed cyclist
Troopers say 27-year-old Melissa Anne Paul of Mead was headed westbound on the shoulder of Highway 2 when she hit and killed 44-year-old Ty Matthew Olds of Spokane, who was also headed westbound on a bicycle.
Woman charged with vehicular homicide in death of cyclist appears in court
Paul's BAC was .067 following a preliminary breath test. A warrant for her blood was also issued. Troopers said it doesn't matter that her BAC was below .08 if she showed signs of impairment.
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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.
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