San Diego, CA (October 31, 2023) A bicyclist was struck by a vehicle and seriously injured by a vehicle in the Point Loma neighborhood of San Diego. The San Diego Police Department responded to the 4300 block of West Point Loma Boulevard around 9:00 p.m. on Monday, October 30th.
A 41-year-old woman was riding her bicycle on West Point Loma Boulevard, but was wearing dark clothing and had no lights on her bicycle, according to Officer John Buttle of the San Diego Police Department. A black 2011 Lexus RX450 was heading west on the same street, according to Buttle. The driver of the Lexus didn’t see the bicyclist and struck her.
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Emergency crews arrived at the scene and found the bicyclist lying in the roadway, seriously injured. The driver of the Lexus remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities.
Officer Buttle told City News Service that the bicyclist sustained a fractured pelvis among other injuries. Paramedics arrived at the scene and rushed the woman to a local hospital for treatment for non-life-threatening injuries. She is expected to make a full recovery, according to medical personnel.
Officers do not believe alcohol or drugs were a factor in this accident. The San Diego Traffic Division is investigating this collision to determine what exactly happened in the Point Loma neighborhood.
Liability In San Diego Bicycle Accidents
All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting bicyclists and other pedestrians. According to California Vehicle Code 21200, “A person riding a bicycle or operating a pedicab upon a highway has all the rights and is subject to all the provisions applicable to the driver of a vehicle by this division, including, but not limited to, provisions concerning driving under the influence of alcoholic beverages or drugs, and by Division 10.” There are number of common causes of motorcycle accidents including:
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Driver fatigue
- Prescription drug use
- Inclement weather
The family of any victim that died in a car accident may be able to seek justice through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and funeral expenses. It is extremely important that evidence is properly preserved and protected after an accident. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.
Investigating A San Diego Bicycle Accident
We at Accident News Now extend well wishes to the woman injured in this collision. Any person that may have seen what happened should reach out to police as they continue their investigation. There needs to be a thorough investigation for the sake of all who have lost so much.
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