Ryan Wayne Hewitt, 23, killed in motorcycle collision on Jefferson Avenue in Newport News, Virginia
Man killed, teen injured after motorcycle crash in Newport News
A van was going northbound on Jefferson Avenue and making a left turn onto Warwickshire Court when the motorcycle slammed into the rear passenger side of the van.
A woman and a teen were in the van at the time. The adult was not injured but the teen was taken to the hospital with minor injuries.
Police identify Newport News man who died in crash between motorcycle and van
McPherson said Hewitt was riding a motorcycle and was traveling south on Jefferson Avenue. Witnesses told police the motorcyclist appeared to be speeding while weaving in and out of traffic.
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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.
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