32-Year-Old Man Killed in Long Beach Crash on Coronado Avenue and Anaheim Street
Long Beach, California (May 21, 2022) – A bicyclist was struck and killed by a vehicle in Long Beach early Saturday morning, according to the Long Beach Police Department.
The incident was reported at about 12:15 a.m. on Coronado Avenue and Anaheim Street.
Police said a man was riding a bike eastbound in the westbound lanes of Anaheim Street when he was struck by a westbound 2009 Toyota Corolla driven by a Glendale resident.
Man Dies in Long Beach Bicycle Crash on Coronado Avenue and Anaheim Street
The bicyclist, only identified as a 32-year-old man from Long Beach, was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The driver who struck the rider stayed at the scene after the accident.
Authorities said speed, distraction, and impairment were not suspected in the incident.
The crash remained under investigation.
May is National Bicycle Safety Awareness Month
May is National Bicycle Safety Month, and Pacific Attorney Group would like to remind every driver to slow down for passing riders. We also remind bicyclists to be visible, predictable, and safe on the road.
Here are some tips for drivers and bicyclists
Bicyclists
- Always wear a properly secured helmet. (Though not a requirement for over 18-year-old bikers, helmets are important as they, in the event of a collision, reduce the chances of sustaining a head injury.
- Travel in the same direction of traffic
- Use lights at night
- Always yield to pedestrians just like vehicles would.
Drivers
- Slow down and be careful while driving through intersections. Observe lane discipline and speed limits.
- Look twice for bicyclists before making a turn or opening car doors near streets or bike lanes
- When passing a bicyclist, always maintain a minimum of three feet of space, and also be patient when driving behind a bicyclist.
- Do not drive when impaired. Do not use your phone while driving.
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