Motorcycle Collision at Long Beach and Del Amo Boulevards Left Evan Davis Dead
Motorcyclist Evan Davis Killed in Long Beach Traffic Accident at Long Beach and Del Amo Boulevards
Long Beach, California (February 27, 2021) –Authorities have released the name of the motorcyclist who died after being struck by a vehicle in Long Beach Monday evening.
The February 22 collision occurred on Long Beach and Del Amo Boulevards at about 7 p.m.
The accident happened when a 1997 Chevy S10 truck driven by a 29-year-old Long Beach man eastbound on Del Amo Boulevard made a left turn into a parking lot at the night hours.
The Chevy then struck 22-year-old Evan William Davis while riding his motorcycle westbound on Del Amo Boulevard.
Evan Davis Fatal Long Beach Accident
Davis died at the hospital while undergoing treatment.
The detectives handling the case are gathering more evidence to determine the cause of the accident.
An Overview of Motorcycle Accident Statistics in California
- More than 500 motorcyclists died, and more than 15,500 were injured in 2017 in California.
- About 80% of all annual motorcycle accidents result in injuries or death.
- California has over 800,000 registered motorcycles, the largest in the nation.
Motorcyclist Safety
The safe riding of a motorcycle can help reduce the number of motorcycle accidents that happen every day. Motorcyclists should be aware of the safety challenges that riders face while on California roadways and know how to respond to them. Such challenges include; Risky motorcycle riding practices like weaving at unsafe speeds, downshifting, reduced visibility by other road users, size of the motorcycle compared to other vehicles, among others.
Tips for Safe Riding of Motorcycles
- Ensure you are properly licensed before riding a motorcycle.
- Practice how to operate a motorcycle properly.
- Wear the proper protection.
- Ride responsibly.
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