Alexandria Marler, 20, killed, Zachary Morris, 21, injured, and Timothy Alan Vaughan, 37, arrested in motorcycle crash on U.S. Highway 41 in Bradenton, Florida
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The collision threw Marler from the vehicle and sent the bike into another motorcycle driven by Christopher Mumea, 25, of Bradenton Mumea and a passenger, Cassy Mumea, were not injured. Troopers said that Vaughan then drove over Marler.
Bradenton family 'devastated' over loss of 20-year-old daughter in crash
"The loss of Ally's life did not need to happen," reads the statement. "But it will not be senseless. The Marler family and those that loved Ally are committed to ensuring her legacy is one where fewer families and friends have to experience the hurt that comes from drunk driving."
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Timothy Vaughan was sentenced to 12 months probation, with no alcohol during that period. His driver's license was suspended for six months, and he was assigned 50 hours of community service.
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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