FALLBROOK, CA (November 14, 2022) – A 32-year-old motorcycle rider from Fallbrook was struck and killed by Francisco Esteban Rodas, a pickup truck driver who was later arrested at his home on suspicion of hit and run, the California Highway Patrol said today.
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Francisco Esteban Rodas, 33, was arrested by CHP officers on suspicion of felony driving under the influence and felony hit-and-run, CHP Officer Hunter Gerber said.
The collision happened when a man on a Harley Davidson motorcycle was riding northbound on South Mission Road at 5:45 p.m. Saturday and the driver of a Toyota T-100 pickup truck traveling westbound on La Canada Road pulled into the intersection and collided with the motorcycle, the officer said.
This collision pushed the motorcycle into the southbound lane of South Mission Road, where it collided with a gray Model S Tesla, Gerber said. Following the collision, the driver of the Toyota pickup fled the scene.
The motorcycle rider was pronounced dead at the scene, the officer said.
At 6:30 p.m., Rodas was located by CHP Oceanside-area officers at his residence.
The incident remains under investigation. Anyone who witnessed it was encouraged to call the CHP at 760-643-3400.
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Liability In Fallbrook Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcyclists have a naturally small profile and are more likely to be overlooked by other drivers. Many collisions are due to drivers that make dangerous lane changes. According to California Vehicle Code 22107, “No person shall turn a vehicle from a direct course or move right or left upon a roadway until such movement can be made with reasonable safety and then only after the giving of an appropriate signal in the manner provided in this chapter in the event any other vehicle may be affected by the movement.” There are a number of factors that could potentially contribute to a motorcycle accident including:
- Speeding
- Drunk driving
- Driver distraction
- Inclement weather
The family of any victim that died in a motorcycle accident may be able to seek aid through a wrongful death claim. Damages can help cover lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the unique facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are. There are, however, statute of limitations associated with civil claims. Failing to act within the statute of limitations may result in a permanent forfeiture of your rights.
Investigating Francisco Esteban Rodas’ Hit-and-Run
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the motorcyclist tragically killed in this collision. Anyone who may have additional information regarding this case should reach out to us. A full investigation must be conducted for the sake of all who have lost so much.
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