(Pierce County, Washington) On August 19th, a vehicle driver was charged after striking a 68-Year Old motorcyclist while waiting at a stop light. According to the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office, this led him to fly out of his vehicle.
Emergency responders arrived at the scene and tried to retrieve the 68 year old motorcyclist but tragically died at the scene. The driver showed signs of impairment and was taken to the Pierce County Jail with charges of DUI and vehicle homicide.
Investigations are ongoing at the moment.
Perspective on Pierce County Crash
Investigators may review Driving Under The Influence RCW 46.61.502 and Basic rule and maximum limits RCW 46.61.400. These laws can help evaluate what the driver violated specifically and confirm exactly what law codes he went against without making an assumption too early.
In regards to the driver speeding without stopping, investigators may want to look at the following codes in RCW 46.61.502. One law that may relate closely to the driver’s action is (1) of this section that states that a person would be guilty for driving under the influence of intoxicating liquor, cannabis, or any drugs.
Another violation the suspect may have been charged for is RCW 46.61.502 is (b). This law discusses the following that if a driver has a percentage of 5.00 of alcohol in their blood after two hours since driving, that would be under a DUI.
The Driver May Violated The Speed Law
In regards to speed, the investigators may review RCW 46.61.400 (3) which is one of the closest things the the driver may have violated. This specific rule discusses one of the following that a driver in any vehicle should follow (1) of this section at an appropriate reduced speed when heading to an intersection and crossing. This may determines why the vehicle driver was charged after striking 68-year old motorcyclist.
Advice for the Family
If you have lost a loved one in this incident, staying in contact with the Perris County Sheriff’s Office can help you receive more information from the investigation. You can request official reports when they become available to better understand the circumstances.
You may also consider speaking with a qualified legal professional experienced in pedestrian accident cases. They can help explain your options and guide you through next steps. In addition, seeking support from family, friends, or grief counseling services can provide comfort during this difficult time.
If you have any concerns about navigating the legal process surrounding this incident, call 866-883-4318 to speak with a lawyer.
