Rafael Corte-Zulloa Arrested after Hit-and-Run Crash on Lakeview Avenue and Lake Tahoe Boulevard
Rafael Corte-Zulloa Arrested after South Lake Tahoe Bicycle Crash on Lakeview Avenue and Lake Tahoe Boulevard
South Lake Tahoe, California (July 17, 2019) – A man was arrested after a hit-and-run crash that left a bicycle rider hospitalized on Tuesday afternoon in South Lake Tahoe, according to the authorities.
The incident took place in the area of Lakeview Avenue and Lake Tahoe Boulevard on Tuesday, July 16.
Police said a woman was riding a bike when she was hit by a dark-colored Audi A4 at the intersection.
The victim was transported to a hospital for treatment of her injuries. Her identity was not immediately released.
Rafael Corte-Zulloa Arrested after South Lake Tahoe Bicycle Crash
The driver of the Audi fled the scene after the accident. Police located the car in the 800 block of Los Angeles Avenue shortly after. The driver, identified as Rafael Aliberth Corte-Zulloa, 18, was arrested on suspicion of felony hit-and-run causing injury.
The crash is under investigation.
Every year, several traffic accidents are reported in California. Unfortunately, accidents result in many fatalities and even more injuries. The causes of these traffic accidents range from 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.
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Bicycle Accidents
It is almost impossible to escape injuries in bicycle or 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 bicycle accident, you are encouraged to report 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 bicycle. It is also a good idea to keep copies of any medical records and any related expenses.
