1 Killed in Motorcycle Accident on Highway 63 near Ira Avenue in Visalia
Tulare County, California (September 6, 2022) – One person was killed in a motorcycle accident that happened near Orosi in Visalia on Monday afternoon.
The California Highway Patrol said the 12:45 p.m. collision happened on Highway 63 near Ira Avenue.
Authorities say a 69-year-old was driving on Highway 63 when he made a turn in front of a motorcycle.
The 59-year-old motorcyclist and a 49-year-old passenger were seriously injured in the crash and were transported to the hospital for treatment.
Sadly, the 69-year-old rider died while receiving treatment. He was not publicly identified.
The driver of the car sustained minor injuries in the accident.
More details about the crash were not provided.
An investigation into the accident is underway.
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As the summer travel season comes to an end, drivers, motorcyclists, bicyclists and even pedestrians are reminded to use the road responsibly.
Drivers are specifically reminded NEVER to drive while impaired. P. Mark Shayani of Pacific Attorney Group says “There can never be any good reason for driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs”.
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.
According to the Riverside County Sheriff's Department, 1,159 lives were lost throughout California in drunk driving-related traffic collisions.
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