Bicyclist Karl Van der Wyk, 58, killed and Mark Obermeyer, 28, injured in collision with recreational vehicle on St. Rose Parkway in Las Vegas, Nevada
One dead in crash near M Casino
NHP says a recreational vehicle hit a person riding a bicycle. The male victim on the bicycle was pronounced dead at the scene.
Bicyclist killed on St. Rose Parkway near I-15 identified
The Clark County Coroner's Office identified the victim as Karl Frederick Vanderwyk, 58, of Las Vegas. His death stemmed from multiple injuries as a result of an accident, medical examiners ruled.
Man arrested after hitting bicyclist on St. Rose Parkway
Nevada Highway Patrol said Mark Obermeyer, 28, of Las Vegas, was booked into Clark County Detention Center on DUI, failure to yield or exercise due care to a bicycle rider, driving with suspended driver's license and operating an unregistered vehicle.
Police: DUI suspect released before deadly crash
According to police records, a Metro officer cited Obermeyer for driving with a suspended license and without registration. The officer then let him go.
“I feel like it's a shame that I think this could have been prevented,” Jason said.
After a serious or fatal bicycle accident, take these steps to help the recovery process
When someone is seriously injured in a bicycle accident, the first days and weeks are spent getting medical treatment and dealing with the new reality of injuries, pain, lost work, and disruption to normal life. When someone dies in a crash, family members are forced to deal with grief, anger, and loss as they struggle to move forward.
After a serious or fatal bicycle collision, an injured person, or the family left behind, incur damages including the cost of current and future medical expenses, lost work and wages, pain and suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life. When the crash is caused by a negligent driver, there may be financial recovery available for the victims.
Go here to learn how to protect the legal rights of bicycle accident victims and their families.
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I knew Mr Mark Obermeyer
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