Joshua Latham Killed in Motorcycle Accident on Highway 101 near Salinas Street in Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, California (September 2, 2022) – Joshua Latham, 31, of Ojai, has been identified as the motorcyclist who died in a collision that happened in Santa Barbara, just west of Montecito, on Wednesday morning.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal crash happened on Highway 101 near the Salinas Street entrance and exit ramps.
The man was riding a 2022 Yamaha ZR7 sport bike northbound on Highway 101 when he crashed into the back of a 2022 Honda CRV driven by 61-year-old Cindy Cowlishaw of Ojai.
Ojai Man Killed in Motorcycle Accident on Highway 101 in Santa Barabara
Latham was ejected from the motorcycle and landed on a pavement. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
More details about the accident were not released.
An investigation into the accident is underway.
Cindy was unhurt.
An investigation into the accident is underway.
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Shayani explains that impaired driving is not only about driving under the influence of alcohol. “Some over-the-counter drugs and prescription medications may cause impaired driving.” As a driver or rider, it is always good to read warning labels and follow directions of use about operating heavy machinery which includes driving a car or riding a motorcycle.
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