Hanford, CA: Motorcyclist Hit, Killed by Vehicle on Excelsior Avenue at 13th Avenue
36-Year-Old Man Killed in Hanford Motorcycle Accident on Excelsior Avenue at 13th Avenue
Hanford, California (August 30, 2020) – A motorcyclist died after being struck by a vehicle while attempting to pass a vehicle Sunday afternoon near Hanford, the California Highway Patrol reported.
The deadly collision happened on Excelsior Avenue at 13th Avenue.
According to the CHP, a 2004 Chevy Truck was heading westbound on Excelsior Avenue and was slowing down to make a left turn onto 13th Avenue when a black 2005 Kawasaki motorcycle tried to pass the Chevy on the left side.
For unknown reasons, the motorcyclist was hit by the Chevy while turning left.
Fatal Hanford Motorcycle Accident on Excelsior Avenue at 13th Avenue
The motorcyclist, only identified as a 36-year-old man, was taken to Hanford Adventist Medical, where he later succumbed to his injuries. His name was withheld pending notification of family.
Alcohol or drugs were not considered a factor in the accident.
An investigation into the crash is underway.
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