Motorcyclist Theodore R. Stiles, 68, killed in collision at South Thompson Street and Black Oak Avenue in Springdale, Arkansas
Two-vehicle crash kills motorcycle driver
Police spokesman Lt. Derek Wright said the motorcycle driver's identity was being withheld until next of kin could be notified. The department also hadn't identified the driver of the SUV.
Arkansas motorcyclist killed in collision with SUV
A 2005 Jeep Liberty heading south on the highway turned left at an intersection with Black Oak Avenue and struck Stiles' motorcycle, the report said.
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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