Slab City, CA – Fatal Bicycle Accident on Beal Road

Slab City, CA (January 7, 2018) On the 7^th of January, a fatal bicycle accident happened on Beal Road near The Range dance club at approximately 7:52 p.m. According to the reports, a man, woman, and their dog were riding a bicycle and towing a cart when a vehicle struck them for unknown reasons. When emergency crews arrived at the scene to help, they found that the man and the dog suffered fatal injuries. They transported the injured woman to Desert Regional Medical Center for evaluation and treatment. She suffered a partial amputation to her legs, some fractured arms, and lacerations to her face. The police identified the driver of the pickup truck as 39-year-old Kenneth Riggs and state he was driving at 50 miles per hour at the time of the crash. The police are currently investigating the accident.

We are sorry to hear that lives were lost in this accident. We send our condolences to the deceased man’s family and we hope the injured woman fully recovers.

Bicycle Accidents in California

Studies show that the number of bicycle accidents that occur in the United States continues to increase every year. The leading cause of most of these accidents is negligent driving. For example, when drivers fail to check their rear views or blind spots, they’re more likely to hit a bicyclist and seriously hurt or kill them.

The police are currently investigating this accident to figure out why the pickup truck struck these bicyclists. Once they finish their investigation, it’s likely that a wrongful death and personal injury lawsuit could be filed with the help of a California attorney.

At Brady Law Group, we have fought for the rights of many bicyclists over the years and helped them prove their negligence claims. If you or someone you know was injured in a bicycle accident, call 866-478-6483 for a free consultation today.

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.