Motorcyclist Ryan Smith, 38, killed in collision on W. 11800 South in Riverton, Utah
Motorcyclist dies after crash with pickup truck in Riverton
The 38-year-old man was traveling east on 11800 South when a westbound pickup truck made a left turn onto 3840 West, traveling into the path of the motorcycle, said Unified police detective Chuck Malm.
Police identify motorcyclist killed in Riverton crash
Malm said Smith was traveling east on 11800 South when a westbound pickup truck made a left-hand turn onto 3840 West in front of the motorcycle, causing Smith to collide with the passenger’s side of the truck and pinning both Smith and the motorcycle underneath the truck.
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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