Information on motorcycle accidents and safety in Indianapolis, Indiana

Motorcycle accidents in Indianapolis, Indiana, can be attributed to various factors, with one significant cause being distracted driving. Just like in many other locations, the use of mobile phones while riding poses a considerable risk to motorcyclists in Indianapolis. Drivers who engage in activities such as texting or talking on their phones divert their attention from the road, increasing the likelihood of collisions with motorcycles. Additionally, failure to yield the right of way is another prevalent cause of motorcycle accidents in the city. Inadequate awareness or negligence by other motorists who fail to yield to motorcycles at intersections or while changing lanes can lead to serious accidents and injuries.

To promote motorcycle safety in Indianapolis, various organizations and resources are available to riders and drivers alike. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department provides valuable information on motorcycle safety, regulations, and tips for sharing the road responsibly. Additionally, the Indiana Motorcycle Safety Program (IMSP) offers rider training courses and safety initiatives aimed at reducing motorcycle accidents. Riders and drivers can find more information and resources on motorcycle safety in Indianapolis by visiting the official websites of these organizations and staying informed about best practices on the road.

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When someone is seriously injured or killed in a motorcycle accident, there is typically another vehicle involved, and the resulting injuries can be serious and sometimes fatal. Learn more at the links below about how motorcycle accidents can relate to:

How do you deal with an insurance claim after an Indianapolis motorcycle accident?

Regardless of how severe an accident is, almost everyone involved has to deal with insurance companies and claims. For accidents with very minor injuries and damage, a claim can sometimes be handled by working with the insurance adjuster. For crashes involving more serious injuries, or when a fatal crash occurs, an Indianapolis personal injury attorney is needed to manage the insurance claim. Go here to learn more about how an Indianapolis motorcycle accident lawyer helps injured victims.

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Most recent accident reports

 

In the early morning hours of Saturday, May 17, a devastating single-vehicle accident occurred on Georgetown Road in Speedway, Indiana, resulting in three individual

Date: 
Saturday, May 17, 2025
Roadway: 
Georgetown Road

 

A devastating traffic incident unfolded on Sunday evening along North State Road 3, resulting in two individuals being airlifted to St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis after a critical motorcycle and car collision.

Date: 
Sunday, May 11, 2025

 

A devastating traffic accident on the near southeast side of Indianapolis claimed the life of a 4-year-old child and left multiple victims critically injured on the evening of Wednesday, May 7.

Date: 
Wednesday, May 7, 2025

 

On Friday afternoon, a devastating fatal crash unfolded at the intersection of W 64th Street and Michigan Road in Indianapolis, resulting in the death of a motorcyclist.

Date: 
Friday, May 9, 2025
Roadway: 
Michigan Road

 

A tragic hit-and-run incident claimed the life of a female pedestrian on the near east side of Indianapolis on Saturday evening.

Date: 
Saturday, March 1, 2025

 

Mason Alexander, a former Hamilton Southeastern football standout and recent University of Pittsburgh football recruit, lost his life in a tragic car a

Date: 
Saturday, March 1, 2025
Roadway: 
Florida Road
Type: Car Accident

 

A devastating motor vehicle accident occurred on Monday, April 28, in rural Boone County, Indiana, resulting in the tragic death of a local mother and serious injuries to three children. The incident took place on U.S.

Date: 
Monday, April 28, 2025
Roadway: 
U.S. 52

 

On Saturday afternoon, a tragic multi-vehicle collision at the intersection of State Road 46 and Hunter Valley Road resulted in one fatality and two additional injuries. The accident occurred around 2:28 p.m.

Date: 
Saturday, April 26, 2025
Roadway: 
State Road 46
Type: Car Accident

In the early morning hours of Sunday, a tragic single-vehicle accident claimed the life of 18-year-old Nicholas Norris of New Castle, Indiana.

Date: 
Sunday, April 27, 2025
Type: Car Accident

 

On Wednesday morning, a devastating fatal crash occurred on US 31 near 161st Street in Westfield, Hamilton County, Indiana, resulting in the death of a local driver. The incident unfolded just before 7 a.m.

Date: 
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Roadway: 
US 31

 

A catastrophic head-on collision near the intersection of State Road 3 and County Road 400 South in the Letts area of Decatur County created a significant emergency response early Tuesday morning.

Date: 
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
City: 
Letts, IN
Type: Car Accident
Topics: 
Head-on

 

A devastating two-vehicle collision in Noblesville, Indiana, resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries on a Wednesday night, disrupting traffic al

Date: 
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Roadway: 
146th Street
Type: Car Accident

 

On Tuesday afternoon, a tragic collision at the intersection of US-24 and County Road 600 East in Cass County claimed the life of 47-year-old Carrie Ma

Date: 
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Type: Car Accident

 

A tragic collision between a bicyclist and motorcyclist occurred Thursday evening on Indianapolis' south side, resulting in one fatality.

Date: 
Thursday, April 10, 2025

 

A Hamilton County Sheriff's deputy was among those injured in a four-vehicle collision that occurred Tuesday at the intersection of 146th Street and Sp

Date: 
Tuesday, April 8, 2025

 

A tragic accident on Interstate 65 in Boone County resulted in the death of teenager Jordan Laskowski, who succumbed to his injuries at the hospital ac

Date: 
Friday, April 4, 2025
Roadway: 
Interstate 65
Type: Car Accident

 

A fatal motorcycle collision occurred on Indianapolis' east side Wednesday evening, prompting a response from the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Depa

Date: 
Wednesday, April 2, 2025