Michael Defusco, 42, dies in motorcycle crash on Route 25 in Newtown, Connecticut
Man dies in Newtown motorcycle accident
Newtown police were called to Mt. Pleasant (Route 25) near Reservoir Road around 3 p.m. Thursday for a report of a motorcycle accident.
Police ID Motorcyclist Killed in Crash on Route 25 in Newtown
The motorcyclist, Michael Defusco, was found down the embankment of the southbound shoulder and paramedics determined at the scene that he was dead from injuries sustained in the crash, according to police.
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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