Bicyclist Injured in Truck Collision on Magnolia Street [Garden Grove, CA]

Bicyclist Injured after Colliding with Truck at Magnolia Street and Imperial Avenue

GARDEN GROVE, CA (June 7, 2018) – On Thursday afternoon, a bicyclist was seriously injured in a truck collision on Magnolia Street.

The incident occurred at around 2:19 PM at the intersection of Magnolia Street and Imperial Avenue. The male rider of a 10-speed bike, described to be in his mid to late 20s or early 30s, was wearing street clothes when came out of a residential neighborhood. The cyclist did not stop at a stop sign before turning into traffic.

A trash truck was in the lane closest to the sidewalk as the bicyclist made a turn, and crashed into it. Several witnesses stated that the trash truck driver could not have avoided the crash with the bicycle. The cyclist, who was bleeding from his ears, was transported to UCI Medical Center in Orange where he was confirmed to be in critical condition. No other injuries were reported.

Police stated that the bicyclist was not wearing a helmet and went into the path of the truck. Police could not identify him or where he came from, and whether he was homeless. The driver of the trash truck was not cited, and alcohol or drugs were not considered to be involved in the incident.

It is important to always be on the lookout in an area with pedestrians and bicycle riders, especially if you are in a highly populated or residential area. By obeying traffic laws and being cautious of your surroundings, you can prevent unforeseen accidents and keep yourself and other motorists, pedestrians, and bicyclists.

If you or someone you love has been injured in a bicycle collision, contact the personal injury lawyers at Sweet Law Group. We have over 40 years of experience in the field, and our experienced lawyers know what it takes to win your case and achieve the justice and compensation that you deserve. Call (800) 203-3061 and arrange a free initial meeting with an experienced legal professional in your area. We are available to clients 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week by email, text message, phone, and online chat.