June 16, 2023
Long Beach, CA – Man Killed in Scooter Crash on PCH
Long Beach, CA (June 16, 2023) – A scooter rider died in a crash that took place in Long Beach earlier this week. The accident happened around 8:45 p.m. on the Pacific Coast Highway near Junipero Avenue.
According to a report from the California Highway Patrol, the man was riding a scooter northbound across the PCH when he was hit by a 2018 Dodge Challenger that was traveling eastbound. The driver of the Challenger, a 21-year-old man from Long Beach, stopped following the crash and spoke with authorities once they arrived at the scene. The scooter rider, who was not identified, died as a result of the accident. The Challenger driver was not injured in the collision.
Neither speed, drugs, nor alcohol were believed to have played a role in the crash. An investigation is ongoing at this time.
Anyone with information regarding the accident is asked to contact the Long Beach Police Department. No further details are available.
We would like to offer our most sincere condolences to the victim’s family following this fatal scooter crash in Long Beach.
Fatal Traffic Accidents in California
Fatal crashes take place each day on California’s roadways. The cause of every deadly accident must be closely investigated by authorities. However, most fatal collisions will occur because of the negligence of one or more drivers. Speeding, careless driving, distraction, impairment, and more all play a role in fatal accidents in California. If you have lost a loved one in a crash, you should be informed of your legal rights.
California law provides accident victims with certain remedies following serious and fatal collisions. This includes the right to file a claim when they have been hurt in a crash that was not their fault. If you have lost a loved one in the collision, our thoughts are with you. There is nothing more devastating than the sudden and unexpected loss of a family member due to a traffic crash. This is especially true if your family member was killed in a crash that was not their fault. When this happens, you will want to seek legal help right away.
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