Luke Hutsell, 18, killed in motorcycle collision along the Tail of the Dragon in Blount County, Tennessee
Maryville teen killed in motorcycle crash along Tail of the Dragon
Troopers said 18-year-old Luke Hutsell was traveling north along US-129 when he crossed the center line and hit an oncoming motorcyclist. Hutsell died at the scene. The extent of the other motorcyclist’s injuries is not known.
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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