Gaylin Reese Killed In Long Beach Hit-And-Run

Long Beach, CA (July 19, 2023) A woman was fatally injured while riding a tandem bicycle with her husband in Long Beach over the weekend.

Gaylin Reese, 76, of Long Beach, was injured around 12:25 on Sunday afternoon near Second Street and Marina Drive. The Long Beach Police Department said the bicyclists were traveling east and the traffic was very heavy. Reese and her husband swerved and side-swiped a vehicle. Reese lost control and fell off the bike.

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The driver of the car involved continued to drive away. Authorities say it is unclear whether or not the driver knew the incident had occurred. The driver has since been found. Both Reese and her husband were taken to a nearby hospital where the man was treated for non-life-threatening injuries. Reese died at the hospital because of her injuries.

Both bikers were wearing helmets at the time of the accident.

Liability In Long Beach Bicycle Accidents

All drivers have a legal obligation to exercise due care in order to avoid hitting bicyclists and other pedestrians. According to California Vehicle Code 21200, “A person riding a bicycle or operating a pedicab upon a highway has all the rights and is subject to all the provisions applicable to the driver of a vehicle by this division, including, but not limited to, provisions concerning driving under the influence of alcoholic beverages or drugs, and by Division 10.” There are number of common causes of motorcycle accidents including:

• Speeding
• Distracted driving
• Driver fatigue
• Prescription drug use
• Inclement weather

The family of any victim that died in a car accident may be able to seek justice through a wrongful death claim. Damages in a civil claim can help cover lost wages, medical bills and funeral expenses. It is extremely important that evidence is properly preserved and protected after an accident. A wrongful death attorney can examine all of the facts of your case and let you know what your legal options are.

Investigating A Long Beach Bicycle Accident

We at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of Gaylin Reese. Any person that may have seen what happened should reach out to police as they continue their investigation. There needs to be a thorough investigation for the sake of all who have lost so much.

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