22-Year-Old Bakersfield Motorcyclist Fatally Injured in Crash near Planz Road
BAKERSFIELD, CA (June 15, 2018) – A motorcyclist was fatally injured in an accident on Stine Road, on Friday night. He was identified on Monday by the Kern County Coroner’s Office as Christopher William Bell.
According to Bakersfield Police, the motorcycle-car collision occurred around 8:40 PM on the 3500 block of Stine Rd, in the southwest area of Bakersfield.
Officials arrived at the scene to find Bell with critical injuries. He was transported to the Kern Medical Center, where he was later pronounced dead. The unidentified driver remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities during their investigation.
If you witnessed the fatal accident, or have additional information, contact the Bakersfield PD at (661) 327-7111. Based on preliminary investigation, drugs, alcohol, and speed do not seem to be contributing factors. No additional information on the events leading up to the collision has been released to the public at this time.
Heartfelt condolences to the bereaved loved ones of Christopher William Bell. May he rest in peace.
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