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Robert Patterson, 52, died in a collision with a car while driving a motorcycle on S.C. 170 in Beaufort County, South Carolina

Modified Date: 
Mon, 04/15/2024 - 7:45am
Accident Date: 
Saturday, March 26, 2016

Update: Motorcyclist identified in fatal SC 170 wreck

A 52-year-old Beaufort man died from his injuries Saturday after his motorcycle collided with a car on S.C. 170 in Beaufort County, according to the Beaufort County Coroner’s Office and S.C. Highway Patrol. Robert Patterson was traveling east on S.C. 170 on his 1989 Harley Davidson motorcycle around 2:20 a.m., when he struck a westbound 2000 Honda Accord attempting to make a left turn, Deputy Coroner David Ott and a patrolman said.

Take these important steps after a serious motorcycle accident in Beaufort County

After a motorcycle accident in Beaufort County, it is important to immediately take steps that will help the injured rider begin to recover both physically and financially. Since motorcycle accidents often result in serious or fatal injuries, motorcycle crashes usually involve extensive medical treatment, at considerable cost. Fatalities in motorcycle crashes are common.

If the motorcycle rider's injuries are serious, if the crash was fatal, or if you just have questions about what you should do, contact an experienced Beaufort County injury lawyer. Motorcycle accidents are very challenging to manage without the assistance of a lawyer who understands the process and can obtain the highest possible settlement so that you can recover financially from a Beaufort County motorcycle accident.

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Type: Motorcycle Accident
Topics: 
Car Accident
People Involved: 
Robert Patterson
Roadway: 
S.C. 170
County: 
Beaufort County, SC
Area: 
Savannah, GA