All articles tagged with #motorcycle crash
A motorcycle lost control and struck nine pedestrians in Commodore Barry Park, Brooklyn, injuring four in critical condition and five stable; the motorcycle operator was hospitalized in stable condition. All victims were taken to local hospitals as police investigated at the scene; no arrests have been made.
A 21-year-old Battle Ground, Washington, motorcyclist Shea V. Heintz died in a crash on northbound I-5 at North Columbia Boulevard during heavy traffic. Investigators say the rider lane-splitted at speeds significantly faster than surrounding traffic, and collided with a sedan before hitting a tractor-trailer; speed and unlawful passing are believed factors. Northbound I-5 was closed between North Lombard Street and North Columbia Boulevard for a Major Crash Team investigation. The involved driver stayed at the scene and cooperated; no arrests or citations have been issued. Police urge anyone with information to submit tips (case No. 26-177125).
A collision at the Golf Road and Commons Drive intersection in Schaumburg killed a motorcyclist and a passenger; a Nissan Rogue passenger was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Golf Road was closed during the investigation, and autopsies are pending as police probe the crash with identities of the victims not released yet.
Portland police reopened southbound I-5 after the Major Crash Team concluded its investigation into a fatal motorcycle crash at the Marquam Bridge (case 26-178327); traffic had been diverted and drivers were advised to use I-405 or I-205 as bypasses. Investigators are seeking additional tips, and this incident marks Portland's 20th traffic fatality of the year, the 8th involving a motorcycle or gas-powered scooter.
Southbound Interstate-5 is closed south of the Marquam Bridge after a single-vehicle motorcycle crash left the rider deceased; Portland Police Traffic Division Major Crash Team is investigating, with traffic detoured onto NB I-405 and possible use of I-205 as a bypass. No other vehicles were involved. This year Portland has recorded 20 traffic fatalities, including 8 involving motorcycles or gas-powered scooters; case number 26-178327; PIO not at scene.
A two-vehicle crash in Vancouver, British Columbia left a motorcycle hanging from a traffic light. Police say speed is believed to be a factor; the motorcyclist was transported to hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries, and the car driver was unharmed.
Renowned bluegrass songwriter Ronnie Bowman has died in a motorcycle crash.
Ronnie Bowman, a revered country and bluegrass singer-songwriter and IBMA award winner, died at Vanderbilt Hospital after a motorcycle crash in Ashland City, Tennessee. He was 64 and performed with The Lost and Found, Lonesome River Band, and Band of Ruhks, released six solo albums, and co-wrote songs with Chris Stapleton, including Nobody to Blame.
Authorities identified motorcyclist Christopher Swartout, who died in a 4 a.m. crash on Ooltewah Georgetown Road near the 6400 block; he left the curve, struck a tree and a fence, and ended up in a yard, with the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office continues investigating.
The family of 28-year-old Jeffrey Nissen Jr. has filed a wrongful-death lawsuit against Tesla, alleging Autopilot failed to detect a stopped motorcycle on SR 522 in Snohomish County, leading to the fatal April 19, 2024 crash. Police say the Tesla driver was relying on Autopilot and may have been distracted by his phone; he was later arrested for vehicular homicide. The suit contends Tesla overstated Autopilot’s capabilities, cites a California ruling on deceptive marketing, and seeks safety improvements.
A motorcyclist died after colliding with an e-scooter in Portland's Powellhurst-Gilbert neighborhood; the e-scooter rider was hospitalized but expected to survive, and the area remains under investigation.
A suspect wanted for the murder of a sheriff’s deputy led police on a high-speed motorcycle chase on a California freeway, during which the rider was clipped by a car and fell off, resulting in injuries. Deputy Andrew Nunez was shot and killed during the initial incident, and the suspect is being investigated for murder of a peace officer.
A San Bernardino County sheriff's deputy, Andrew Nunez, was fatally shot while responding to a call, and a suspect was deliberately knocked off a motorcycle during a high-speed chase on the 210 Freeway, resulting in a crash and the suspect's hospitalization. The incident highlights ongoing dangers faced by law enforcement and efforts to bring the suspect to justice.
Jesús Montero, a former MLB catcher for the Yankees and Mariners, died at 35 following a motorcycle accident in Venezuela that left him in critical condition for two weeks. He was remembered for his effort and passion for baseball, with his career including notable stints in Major League Baseball and the Venezuelan Winter League.
Brent Hinds, a renowned metal guitarist and co-founder of Mastodon, died at 51 in a motorcycle accident in Atlanta, Georgia, prompting tributes from the music community.