Robert J. Hawkins, retired police officer, killed in motorcycle crash on Broadway in South Portland, Maine
Retired Maine police officer killed in motorcycle crash
Officials said Wednesday that Robert J. Hawkins was thrown from his bike and killed. He was a Portland police officer for 18 years and retired in 2018.
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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