(Torrance, CA) A 33-year-old motorcyclist was tragically killed in a crash with a car in Torrance. The victim’s name is Keith Cody Bagwell.
Police responded to the scene at the intersection of Crenshaw Boulevard and 236th Street around 6:04 p.m. on Tuesday, January 14.
Investigators learned that a motorist in a Jaguar was southbound on Crenshaw Boulevard and tried to turn left onto 236th Street. As they did this, they collided with the Honda motorcycle ridden by Bagwell.
The victim was sadly pronounced deceased at the scene. Reports state that the Jaguar driver was not injured.
We at Accident News Now offer our deepest sympathies to the family members and loved ones of the victim. No one should have to go through such a sudden and tragic loss, and we know this is an extremely difficult time. If you or someone you know was affected by this event, we are here for you day and night. Our expert legal team is ready to help and answer any questions you may have.
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Liability in a Torrance 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.
