JURUPA VALLEY, CA (October 31, 2022) – A motorcycle passenger was killed in a Jurupa Valley crash and the driver injured in a collision with a car on the east end, authorities said today.
The deadly crash happened about 9:15 p.m. Sunday in the 5900 block of Limonite Avenue, near Riverview Drive, according to the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department.
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Sgt. Javier Morando said the circumstances behind the collision were under investigation, and few details were available.
He said that patrol deputies reached the location within a few minutes and found the motorcyclist with moderate injuries and his passenger with life-threatening injuries.
Both victims were taken to a Riverside hospital, where the passenger was pronounced dead on arrival. The motorcyclist was in stable condition Monday.
Neither victim was identified.
None of the car occupants required medical attention.
Morando said that it’s too early to know whether drugs or alcohol might have been factors in the crash.
No one has been arrested.
Limonite was shut down between Pacific Avenue and Riverview Drive for several hours following the wreck.
[via City News Service]
Liability In Jurupa Valley 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 the Motorcycle Passenger Killed in Jurupa Valley
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the person tragically killed in this crash, and a speedy recovery to the one injured. 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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