Motorcyclist killed in single-vehicle crash on Roosevelt Boulevard in Rhawnhurst area of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Deadly Motorcycle Crash on Roosevelt Blvd. in Rhawnhurst
At around 2:45 a.m., the 35-year-old driver of the motorcycle was on the inner northbound lanes of Roosevelt Boulevard between Hartel and Ryan Avenues when he struck a tree and was thrown from his bike, police said.
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.