Robert Kelleher, 55, killed after being thrown from motorcycle as it crashed into guard rail on Old Colony Road in Wallingford, Connecticut
Police ID Man Killed in Motorcycle Crash in Wallingford
As Kelleher drove past the intersection of Oak Street, police said he encountered a slight right curve in the road, travelled over the double yellow center line and across the opposing travel lane .
Motorcyclist dies in Wallingford crash
The crash happened about 9 p.m. Sunday on Old Colony Road in the Tracy section of town.
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.
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