Maxwell Behmke, 12, dies when his dirtbike is struck by pickup on County Highway NN in Dodge County, Wisconsin
12-year-old boy dies in Dodge County crash
Authorities said Maxwell was crossing the road when the bike and a pickup truck collided. He was not wearing a helmet.
The driver of the pickup, 34-year-old Brandon Lacrosse of Neosho, did not report any injuries.
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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