Sacramento County, CA (October 10, 2023) – A cyclist suffered major injury on Tuesday, October 10th, due to a bicycle accident on Antelope Road in Sacramento County. The accident was reported around 8:05 a.m. near Roseville Road.
The cyclist was hit by a car in the roadway near the local Walmart. The driver did stop to help the cyclist and called 911 to alert the authorities.
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Paramedics from the Sacramento Fire Department were dispatched to the scene and transported the cyclist to the hospital. Details about the victim’s identity have not been released at this time.
The police are investigating the details of the bicycle accident on Antelope Road.
Liability In Sacramento County 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 the Bicycle Accident on Antelope Road
We at Accident News Now extend well wishes to the bicyclist injured in this accident. 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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