Derrel Gollihugh Killed in Huntington Beach Motorcycle Accident on Pacific Coast Highway
Derrel Gollihugh Killed in Motorcycle Accident on Pacific Coast Highway near 11th Street in Huntington Beach
Huntington Beach, California (July 3, 2019) – A man died two days after a motorcycle accident which occurred in Huntington Beach on Sunday, June 30.
According to a local news source, the fatal car accident which occurred at about 6:13 p.m. on Pacific Coast Highway near 11th Street.
As per the report, 26-year-old Derrel Gollihugh was riding a motorcycle on the roadway when he was struck by a 2006 Toyota Solara driven by Julien Cesar Solorzano, 47, of Monrovia.
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Gollihugh was seriously injured in the accident and was transported to UC Irvine Medical Center in Orange where he died on Tuesday, July 2.
Solorzano did not stop at the scene but was later located and arrested.
No other information was provided.
An investigation to determine the cause of the accident is underway.
We at Pacific Attorney Group offer our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.
Every year, several traffic accidents are reported in California. Unfortunately, these accidents result in many fatalities and even more injuries. The causes of many of these traffic accidents include distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving, reckless driving, bad weather, wrong-way driving and failure to observe traffic laws. It is evident that negligence on the part of motorists is the leading cause of these accidents.
From the report above, the circumstances surrounding the traffic collision remain unclear. However, the authorities will gather information including witness statements to determine the cause of the accident.
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Motorcycle Accidents
It is almost impossible to escape injuries in motorcycle accidents. Riders are therefore encouraged to wear safety helmets all the time. Helmets save lives by reducing the severity of head injuries in the event of a collision. Should you be involved in a motorcycle accident, you are encouraged to notify the authorities who will then issue you with a written report of the incident. You are also encouraged to take photos of any injuries you suffer and damages to your motorcycle. It is also a good idea to keep copies of any medical records and any related expenses.
