Trial court officer Franklyn Torres killed when his motorcycle collides with car on Parker Street near Frederic Street in Springfield, Massachusetts
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Motorcyclist dead after crash on Parker Street in Springfield
According to Springfield Police Spokesman Ryan Walsh, around 8:10 p.m. officers were called to Parker Street near Frederic Street for a report of a crash involving a car and a motorcycle.
Motorcyclist killed in crash on Parker Street in Springfield identified as trial court officer
Torres was riding a motorcycle on Parker Street near Frederic Street when he collided with a car just around 8:10 p.m. He was taken to Baystate Medical Center where he was pronounced dead shortly after.
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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