Newport Beach, CA: Fatal Motorcycle Crash on Costa Mesa (55) Freeway
1 Killed in Newport Beach Motorcycle Accident on Costa Mesa (55) Freeway near Corona Del Mar (73) Freeway
Newport Beach, California (June 17, 2021) – One person was killed Wednesday night in a traffic accident in Newport Beach, the California Highway Patrol said.
The deadly crash happened at around 10:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 16, on the Costa Mesa (55) Freeway near the Corona Del Mar (73) Freeway and Baker Street on-ramp.
According to the CHP, a motorcycle and a pickup truck were involved in the crash. Details on what led up to the collision were not immediately available.
55 Freeway Crash in Newport Beach Kills 1
One person, whose name was being withheld pending notification of family, died in the crash. It was not immediately clear if the victim was the motorcycle rider or an occupant of the pickup.
Further details about the crash were not immediately provided.
The CHP is investigating to establish the cause of the collision.
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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