Speeding Rider Dies after Crashing into Fence at Bernard and Cunha Streets
BAKERSFIELD, CA (August 6, 2019) – A motorcyclist was killed Tuesday afternoon following a high-speed crash at Bernard Street and Cunha Street.
The crash happened around 12:12 p.m. at Bernard and Cunha streets, just South of Highway 78.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the rider was driving at a high rate of speed when he failed to negotiate a curve in the roadway, hit a raised curb and slid on the sidewalk before hitting a chain-link fence.
The man, whose name has not been released, was taken to Kern Medical, where he succumbed to his injuries.
CHP officials are still investigating the crash but do not believe any other vehicles were involved.
In light of this unfortunate news, our law firm would like to share our thoughts of support and condolences to the family and friends of the victim.
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