2 Dead and 11 Injured in Goodyear Bicycle Accident on Cotton Lane near MC 85
GOODYEAR, AZ (February 27, 2023) – Saturday morning, authorities arrested Pedro Quintana-Lujan after a deadly crash on Cotton Lane near MC 85.
The incident happened at about 8:15 a.m. on Cotton Lane bridge near MC 85.
According to reports, a truck crashed into a group of bicyclists.
As a result, a woman succumbed to her injuries at the scene. Meanwhile, a man later died at the hospital.
At this time, the authorities haven’t disclosed the extent of injuries sustained in the crash. Meanwhile, officers confirmed that all of the riders were adults.
Moreover, the pickup truck carrying a trailer was driven by 26-year-old Pedro Quintana-Lujan.
Meanwhile, the authorities haven’t disclosed whether the truck hit the group from behind. Also, they are still trying to determine whether speed or intoxication played a role in the crash.
Then, authorities booked Pedro Quintana-Lujan on two counts of manslaughter, three counts of aggravated assault, and 18 counts of endangerment. He’s also facing two counts of causing serious injury or death by a moving violation.
At this time, further details about the crash remained unavailable. Once additional details become available, the public will be notified.
Due to the limited information, the authorities continued to investigate the crash.
We at Sweet Lawyers send our condolences to the loved ones grieving the death of the victim of the crash on Cotton Lane near MC 85.
What’s Next after Fatal Goodyear Bicycle Accident Involving Pedro Quintana-Lujan
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