Azusa, CA – Bicyclist Injured after Collision with Larger Vehicle on South Citrus Avenue

Azusa, CA (August 6, 2018) – A bicyclist sustained injuries as the result of a collision with a larger vehicle that took place on the 800 block of South Citrus Avenue. The incident occurred at approximately 5:00 PM on Thursday, August 2, 2018. At this time, no detailed information about the 83-year old bicyclist or the motorist involved in the crash has been revealed.

Based on initial reports, the elderly man was riding the bicycle in the Azusa area before coming to a stop and resting on the ground. An oncoming vehicle attempted to pull into a nearby driveway on South Citrus and struck the man. Authorities have not yet specified if the motorist ran over the victim or collided with him.

Emergency teams were dispatched to the scene and rendered medical aid to the victim, who sustained minimal traumatic injuries. Firefighters transported him to Pomona Valley Hospital to receive treatment. The current condition of the bicyclist has not been disclosed.

Authorities have not specified if the motorist remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities.

The investigation is ongoing.

We extend our most heartfelt prayers and most loving thoughts to the bicyclist and wish him a swift and efficient recovery from his injuries.

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As indicated in the initial report, many issues related to the bicycle accident on South Citrus Avenue still remain unresolved. As the investigation continues, officials will consider if drugs, alcohol, negligence, recklessness, or distracted driving played any role in the events leading up to the crash. Likewise, forensic teams will inspect the larger vehicle and the bicycle and examine photos of the crash site to determine if the driver and rider had experienced mechanical issues or system failure prior to the accident.

Non-guilty victims of an accident of this nature can potentially file a personal injury lawsuit and receive compensation for multiple inconveniences ranging from medical bills to painful injuries.

We at Brady Law Group will work with you to ensure your rights and give you the peace of mind needed to focus on your recovery.

If you’ve been injured as the result of another person’s negligence, please call us at (866) 211-2562 to receive a free consultation with one of our expert attorneys.

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.