Huntington Beach, CA – Bicyclist Killed, Driver Arrested in Crash
Huntington Beach, CA (March 31, 2019) – A accident involving a vehicle and a bicyclist occurred on March 30th, around 2:00 a.m., that took the life of one person.
A man was taken into custody early Saturday morning after being accused of killing the bicyclist in the crash, before trying to leave the area.
The driver was behind the wheel of a black BMW when he struck the victim at Beach Boulevard and Adams Avenue, crashed into a tree, and then attempted to flee the scene. Police caught up to him about a mile away and he was arrested on suspicion of gross vehicular manslaughter.
The victim has not yet been identified but has been described as a man between 30 to 40 years old. The driver of the car is a 25-year-old man from Garden Grove.
The victim was pronounced dead at the scene and the car was extremely damaged in the accident.
The investigation is ongoing.
We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the victim who passed away as a result of this fatal accident. Our thoughts are with them at this time.
Causes of Bicycle Accidents
People are using bicycles more and more not only for recreation but also for commuting to school and work. However, more bikes on the road mean more bicycle accidents which have also increased in severity.
Bicycle accident arises from a variety of situations:
- Cars drifting into bike lanes;
- Driver not being aware when pulling in or out of a parking space;
- “Dooring” accidents;
- Pedestrians hitting cyclists;
- Crosswalk accidents; and
- Hit-and-runs.
In California, bikers and drivers are both afforded the same rights to use the roadways – even when there are no bike lanes. Drivers need to give bikes the same right of way as other vehicles.
At Brady Law Group, we are experienced at handling bicycle accident cases caused by negligence. We are here to help you recover the most compensation for your injuries and losses. If you have been injured in a bicycle accident, contact our offices today to schedule a free consultation at 866-478-6483.
Note: Outside sources were used in the creation of this post, including news bulletins and first-hand accounts of the accident and injuries involved. As a result, the details of the accident presented have not been independently verified by our own writing staff. If you have identified any false information in the story, please inform us immediately, and we will adjust the posting to reflect the most accurate content available.
Disclaimer: As a member of the local community, we at Brady Law Group strive to improve the overall safety and quality of life for everyone who lives in our beloved state. We are extremely saddened by these accidents but hope that, through an awareness of these dangers, those in our community will take precautions to avoid these accidents. This is not a solicitation for business, and this information should not be misconstrued as medical or legal advice. We wish only the best and quickest recovery to all those involved in the accident.
