Modesto, CA: Rider Killed in Motorcycle Crash at Pelandale Avenue and Tully Road
Modesto Accident at Pelandale Avenue and Tully Road Left Motorcyclist Dead
Modesto, California (March 5, 2021) – A Modesto accident involving a motorcycle at an intersection in Modesto Wednesday evening resulted in the death of one person.
The fatal crash took place shortly before 6 p.m. in the area of Pelandale Avenue and Tully Road.
The accident involved the motorcyclist and a car that crashed at the Modesto intersection on March 3.
Fatal Modesto Accident Wednesday Evening
The male rider died in the accident. Pending notification of the next of keen, the name of the deceased remained unknown to this time.
The driver of the involved vehicle remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.
An investigation into the deadly accident is underway.
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.
Were you or your loved one involved in a motorcycle accident? Contact Pacific Attorney Group for legal advice. Click to call: 866-803-6502.
