Citrus County Injury Attorney Blog
Two motorcyclists were killed recently in Citrus County.
The first crash involved a 50-year-old motorcyclist who was killed in a single-vehicle crash that occurred in the early morning hours of June 28 at SR 44 and S. Kensington Avenue.
Troopers said the man was traveling eastbound on SR 44 when, for an unknown reason, the motorcycle departed the roadway and overturned.
The man suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead on scene.
A passing FHP trooper on patrol discovered the crash around 7 a.m.
Another motorcycle crash occurred around 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 28 in Citrus County.
A 26-year-old male was killed after crashing into a fence at Crystal River Middle School.
Troopers said the man was driving a Harley Davidson motorcycle on 4th Avenue approaching the intersection of NE Crystal Street when he failed to stop at the intersection and continued into the property of Crystal River Middle School.
The man collided with an iron fence, and suffered fatal injuries.
Even when motorcycle riders exercise precautions while riding, injuries and wrongful death can still happen because of someone else’s negligence. Because of that, it is always important to remember these two safety tips when riding:
- Wear a Helmet: Traumatic Brain Injuries are the number one cause of Motorcycle Accident Injuries. Wearing a properly fitting helmet may be the difference between injury or death.
- Wear the Right Gear: You must keep your skin protected when riding a motorcycle. In the unfortunate event that you are thrown from the bike and skid across the pavement, severe skin damage and road rash can still occur even if you are wearing appropriate clothing.
Losing someone you love in a motorcycle accident is never easy. If you have lost a loved one in a motorcycle crash and want to learn more about filing a wrongful death claim, our Citrus County Motorcycle Accident Attorneys at Whittel & Melton can help. Call us today at 352-726-0078 or contact us online for a free consultation.