Van Nuys, CA (September 9. 2024) A tragic motorcycle accident claimed a rider’s life on Sunday night, September 8th, 2024. Reports indicated that the accident occurred around 11:12 p.m. at the intersection of Ranchito Avenue and Sherman Way.
It was nearing midnight on Sunday, Sept. 8th, as an SUV and a motorcycle both headed the same way, on the same stretch of road, in Van Nuys. The SUV suddenly made a U-turn at the intersection. For reasons that remain under investigation, the motorcycle slammed into the driver’s side of the SUV as it attempted the U-turn. The impact threw the rider from the motorcycle and caused them to land in the middle of the roadway.
The Los Angeles Police Department arrived at the scene and found the rider on the ground, unresponsive. Firefighters arrived and began CPR on the victim. They did everything within their power to save the motorcyclist, but sadly, the victim’s injuries were too severe. Firefighters pronounced the rider dead at the scene and requested a coroner. City News Service reported that video of the scene showed the SUV with heavy damage to its driver’s side door. The impact was so severe that the motorcycle was left as a mangled and twisted piece of metal.
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The scene was thoroughly investigated before the motorcycle was hauled from the scene, according to reports. Officers continue to investigate this accident to better understand exactly what happened, as well as who was at fault.
All of us at Accident News Now extend our deepest condolences to the family of the motorcyclist killed in this horrible collision. We understand that this is a difficult time as you mourn this sudden loss. We have an amazing team of legal experts who are ready to offer guidance and support if you have been affected by this collision. Call today!
