Ronnie Rogers Killed in Motorcycle Crash on Interstate 15 in San Diego
Ronnie Rogers ID’d as Motorcyclist Killed in San Diego Crash on Interstate 15 Connector Ramp to Interstate 8
San Diego, California (May 25, 2021) – The motorcyclist who was killed Thursday afternoon in a collision with a car in San Diego has been identified by the San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Office as Ronnie Edward Rogers, 75, of San Diego.
The deadly crash happened at around 2:09 p.m. Thursday, May 20, on the northbound Interstate 15 connector ramp to westbound Interstate 8.
Authorities said Rogers was riding a motorcycle on the Interstate 8 westbound on-ramp when, for unknown reasons, he lost control of the bike and collided with a sedan.
Rogers then crashed into a guard rail.
Deadly Motorcycle Accident on Interstate 15 in San Diego
Rogers was pronounced dead at the scene.
No further details about the crash were immediately provided.
The California Highway Patrol is investigating the accident.
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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