Man on motorcycle identified as Erik Calhoun, 29, killed after allegedly running red light, colliding with truck at Cornhusker Highway and North 27th Street in Lincoln, Nebraska
Lincoln man dies in motorcycle crash
The 29-year-old was riding eastbound on Cornhusker Highway and approaching North 27th Street around 10:15 p.m., according to a news release from the Lincoln Police Department.
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.
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