Albert Cruz Killed in Motorcycle Accident on E. D Street in Ontario
Albert Cruz ID’d as Motorcyclist Killed in Ontario Crash on E. D Street near Corona Avenue
Ontario, California (March 22, 2021) – The San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner’s Office has identified the motorcyclist who died Saturday night following a traffic accident in Ontario as Albert Cruz, 35, of Ontario.
The deadly crash occurred at around 10:23 p.m. Saturday, March 20, on E. D Street, just west of Corona Avenue.
Authorities said an SUV was heading westbound on E. D Street and slowed down to make a right turn into a residential driveway when a motorcycle tried to pass the SUV on the right side.
For unknown reasons, the motorcyclist was hit by the SUV.
Deadly Motorcycle, SUV Collision on E. D Street in Ontario
The motorcyclist, now identified as Cruz, was taken to San Antonio Regional Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries at around 11:34 p.m.
No additional information about the accident was provided.
An investigation into the accident is ongoing.
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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