(06/20/2024) Male motorcyclist killed after motorcycle crash on I-5

A 35-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a motorcycle accident in San Diego in the early hours of Thursday, June 20, 2024.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal accident occurred shortly after 1:00 a.m. on Interstate 5 near the Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve.

Preliminary investigations revealed that the male motorcyclist was riding an Indian motorcycle on I-5 south of Carmel Valley Road. For reasons that are still unclear, he then struck a Mini Cooper, causing him to be thrown from his motorcycle onto the road.

When the 35-year-old driver rolled over on the road immediately after the impact, he was hit by an oncoming Nissan Sentra, causing him even more serious injuries.

First responders were able to take the motorcyclist to a nearby hospital, but he later succumbed to his injuries. The name of the deceased will not be released until the next of kin have been notified. It is currently unclear why he drove into the Mini Cooper.

It is not yet known whether the drivers of the other two vehicles were involved in the accident and whether any of them were injured.

The southbound lanes of I-5 were closed around the accident site for about two hours.

No further information has been released at this time. Authorities are currently reviewing all evidence they can find on site to determine the cause of the accident.

An investigation is ongoing.

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Steps after a motorcycle accident in San Diego

The recklessness of another driver can cause serious harm and impact the lives of others. Let’s say you or someone you know was involved in a motorcycle accident. In this case, the following steps may help you:

1. Check yourself for injuries before checking others. Seek medical attention immediately.
2. If possible, pull over to the side of the road or another safe location while you wait for authorities.
3. Don’t admit blame. This is one of the most common mistakes people make after a car accident. Try to stay calm.
4. Do not agree to a settlement with the other party on the spot. Be sure to report your accident to the police so that an official report can be drawn up.
5. Gather as much relevant information as possible, such as the other driver’s name, insurer and vehicle details.
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Motorcycle accident statistics

Motorcyclists are more vulnerable to fatal accidents and serious injuries because they are not as well protected as drivers of other vehicles. Despite this, they remain widely used because of their easy accessibility and the sense of freedom they can provide their riders.

However, compared to car drivers, they are 16 times more likely to be injured and 35 times more likely to die, according to estimates by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In 2021, the death rate for motorcyclists per vehicle mile driven was nearly 24 times higher than that of a regular car occupant.

In addition, the accessibility of motorcycles makes many tempted to use them even without the proper skills. The NHTSA estimates that 36% of motorcyclists involved in fatal crashes in 2021 were riding without a valid motorcycle license.

According to the latest data from the Transportation Injury Mapping System, there were 634 motorcycle crashes in San Diego resulting in injuries or deaths in 2023.