Rialto, CA (November 13, 2023) A motorcyclist lost their life in a collision with another vehicle on Saturday, November 11th, according to the Rialto Police Department. 36-year-old Haloman Tellez-Zelaya was arrested following the collision. The accident occurred around 12:15 p.m. on the 1400 block of West Foothill Boulevard, near the Renaissance Center Shopping Mall.
The motorcyclist was heading west, in the left lane, on Foothill Boulevard, approaching a green light. At the same time, a Maxima was driving east on the same road when the driver attempted to make a U-turn right in front of the motorcyclist. This caused the motorcycle to collide with the Maxima, according to the Rialto Police Department.
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Police officers and paramedics arrived at the scene and found the motorcycle rider on the ground, suffering from life-threatening injuries. Paramedics started performing life-saving techniques, but the motorcyclist eventually died. They were pronounced dead at the scene.
The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene, but authorities discovered that he did not have a driver’s license. Upon further investigation, they learned that the driver, identified as 36-year-old Haloman Tellez-Zelaya, had been issued a citation only a week ago.
Tellez-Zelaya was arrested at the scene on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter. He was booked into a local jail on a $500,000 bail, according to the Rialto Police Department.
The motorcyclist’s identity is being withheld until the rider’s next of kin have been notified of his passing.
Liability In Rialto 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 A Rialto Motorcycle Accident
We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the motorcyclist 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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