Lucerne, CA: Motorcyclist Killed in Crash with Semi on Highway 20
70-Year-Old Man Killed in Lucerne Motorcycle Crash on Highway 20 near Rosemont Drive
Lucerne, California (June 12, 2021) – A 70-year-old man was killed in a traffic collision that happened Friday afternoon on a highway in Lucerne, as per a local news source.
The crash occurred at around 12:50 p.m. on Highway 20, east of Rosemont Drive, near Pepperwood Grove.
As per the article, the California Highway Patrol’s Clear Lake Area Office said the crash involved a 2009 Harley-Davidson and a 2020 international truck-trailer combination.
Man Killed in Highway 20 Crash in Lucerne
The 70-year-old Vacaville man was riding the motorcycle westbound on the highway, and Ryan Hicks, 50, of Stockton, was driving the semi eastbound.
Authorities said as the vehicles were approaching each other, for unknown reasons, the motorcyclist drifted into the opposing lane and crashed into the truck and trailer.
The rider was rushed to Sutter Lakeside Hospital by a Northshore Fire Protection District ambulance, where he was pronounced dead.
Authorities said that Hicks was not hurt.
Both the rider and the driver were using their safety equipment, and neither was suspected of being intoxicated.
CHP is investigating the cause of the crash.
Tips on What to do after a Car Accident in California
- Always stop and remain at the scene.
- Check if you or your passengers have been injured. In case someone is hurt, call emergency services or ask someone else to help.
- Get to safety – If your car is drivable, move it to a safe area. If it’s not, turn your hazard lights on and set up flares.
- Call 911 to report the accident.
- Never discuss or admit fault. Instead, wait for a police officer and insurance companies representatives to figure out the fault.
- Document the accident and exchange information with other drivers.
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