1 Dead in Lancaster Motorcycle Accident on Avenue I and 13th Street West
LANCASTER, CA (November 28, 2022) – Sunday morning, a motorcyclist died in a hit-and-run crash on Avenue I 13th Street West.
The incident happened at around 12:30 a.m. on Avenue I and 13th Street West.
According to reports, a motorist drove a BMW sedan east on Avenue I. Then, the driver made a left turn at 13th Street West into the path of a motorcyclist. Reports said that the rider was headed west on Avenue I.
“The driver of the BMW fled the scene on foot, but was later apprehended by deputies,” Sgt. Michael Politano revealed. “The motorcyclist was transported to the hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased.”
Then, officers arrested the driver on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated, felony hit and run, and DUI causing bodily injury.
Officers noted that the suspect left his car locked and deputies had to break out the car’s windows to make sure there was no one inside.
Then, they found the driver hiding in the bushes.
Traffic investigators at the sheriff’s Lancaster station encouraged anyone with information about the crash to contact them at 661-948-8466.
Sweet Lawyers sends our sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of the victim.
Moving Forward After Crash in Lancaster
The loss of a family member is irreversible. Thus, it is in the best interest of you and your family to be aware of what to do next.
Filing a wrongful death claim after the crash on Avenue I 13th Street West will help alleviate the financial burden the death of a relative has generated.
“Having legal representation after such a traumatic event will provide your family the space to heal. At the same time, ensuring that justice is brought to your loved one,” says Mark Sweet, of Sweet Lawyers.
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