Motorcyclist Benjamin George Carruth, 32, killed in collision involving semi truck on Hwy 217 in Beaverton, Oregon
Motorcyclist dies in crash with semi-truck on HWY 217 in Beaverton
Preliminary investigation suggests the motorcycle driver tried to pass the semi-truck but may have clipped the rear bumper of the semi-truck causing the crash.
Beaverton man identified as motorcyclist who died in collision with semi on Oregon 217
Police think Carruth, 32, may have clipped the semi's rear bumper while trying to pass it, resulting in the crash.
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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