Driver of stolen semi Nicolas Appert, 20, flees after crash kills motorcyclist Eric Leoni, 48, on Hwy 41 near Hanford, California
Fatal hit-and-run crash involves big rig, motorcycle on Highway 41 near Hanford
The California Highway Patrol said the truck driver fled after the crash, which happened about 5 a.m. near Mt. Whitney Avenue.
Traffic on the highway was rerouted while the crash was investigated. The highway was reopened about 8 a.m.
DRIVER OF STOLEN SEMI-TRUCK KILLS MOTORCYCLE RIDER IN FRESNO COUNTY HIT AND RUN, AUTHORITIES SAY
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) closed Highway 41 from Harlan Avenue to Laguna Avenue for several hours after a flatbed semi-truck slammed into a motorcycle, killing the rider. Investigators say the motorcycle was stopped at the traffic light when the truck struck from behind, dragging the motorcycle and the driver into a field.
Driver accused of deadly hit and run had expired work Visa, fake Drivers License
Police say Appert did not see a red light or the motorcyclist, and plowed right in to him. Appert ran away from the crash, but was arrested.
Friends of Riverdale motorcyclist killed in hit-and-run to hold fundraiser for family
Potluck fundraiser for Eric Leoni's family:
May 7th 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Brown's Bar & Grill at the Hub (5020 19 1/2 Avenue, Riverdale)
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