(Riverside, CA) 40-year-old Nicholas Pitcock tragically passed away on Wednesday, January 15 when he was struck by a car while riding a scooter.
The collision happened in the 4000 block of La Sierra Avenue near Cochran Avenue around 4:35 p.m.
Pitcock was reportedly riding his electric scooter southbound in a northbound lane as he approached the main entrance and exit for La Sierra High School.
As he did so, a 21-year-old in a sedan turned out of the parking lot onto La Sierra Avenue. She collided with the scooter head-on.
The motorist stopped immediately. Paramedics rushed Pitcock to the hospital, but he sadly succumbed to his injuries nearly an hour after the crash.
An investigation is ongoing, and those with information about this tragedy are asked to contact the police Traffic Bureau at 951-826-8722.
We at Accident News Now extend our heartfelt sympathies to the family of the victim. We know this is an extremely difficult time as you mourn this sudden and devastating loss. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions. We are here for you any time, day or night, to help ease the burden of this overwhelming situation.
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Liability in a Riverside Car Accident
It’s unclear what caused this accident at this time, but speeding is a top factor in causing car accidents. Speeding, as all motorists are aware, is a surefire way to make driving more dangerous for you, your passengers, and the cars around you.
California has what is called its “basic speed law,” which is a very straightforward law that says motorists must always drive at a “reasonable” speed based on road conditions. The law reads:
“No person shall drive a vehicle upon a highway at a speed greater than is reasonable or prudent having due regard for weather, visibility, the traffic on, and the surface and width of, the highway, and in no event at a speed which endangers the safety of persons or property.”
Always make sure to follow the speed limit, and adjust your speed based on road conditions, weather conditions, and any other unusual factors. Getting to your destination a little bit faster is not worth the risk of speeding.