Santa Rosa, CA – Brandon Ashby Identified as Victim of Motorcycle Hit-and-Run Accident on Highway 101

Santa Rosa, CA (July 13, 2018) – A motorcyclist reportedly sustained very serious injuries following an alleged hit-and-run early Friday morning on Highway 101, according to a reliable news source. The victim of the crash that was reported at around 12:00 a.m. has now been identified as Brandon Ashby, 29, of Santa Rosa.

The report made by the California Highway Patrol stated that Ashby was operating his 1994 Honda motorcycle southbound on Highway 101 when he was struck by another vehicle for reasons that are presently unknown. The injurious crash took place in the vicinity of Steele Lane.

When emergency responders arrived, the victim was reportedly leaning up against a guardrail. He was immediately taken to Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital with various injuries including, a dislocated shoulder, a broken ankle, and road rash. The California Highway Patrol confirmed that the driver who caused the crash did not stop to offer assistance or cooperate with authorities, but instead, fled the scene. The suspects’ vehicle has been described as possibly 1996-2000 model of a red Honda Civic.

Police are currently attempting to locate the suspect. The vehicle in question apparently has damage to the front left side including things like a missing black plastic inner fender well and the horizontal door strip on the drivers’ side.

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There is very little need for an investigation into this crash outside of locating the suspect. Once found, the suspect will likely be charged with a host of felonies while simultaneously leaving the door open for a solid personal injury lawsuit. While we are always passionate about holding negligent and criminal drivers accountable for the pain that they cause, the choice to file a claim for compensation is a personal one that may only be made by the victim.

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 for all those involved in the accident.