Stockton, CA (February 17, 2023) – A motorcyclist has died as a result of a vehicle accident that occurred in the Stockton area on Monday evening, February 13.
Just before 5:30 p.m., the Stockton Police and firefighters responded to provide assistance at the scene of a motor vehicle accident on March Lane.
Reports from authorities show that a motorcycle and a second vehicle collided on March Lane in the area of Venezia Boulevard. The driver of the second vehicle fled the scene of the accident without stopping.
The motorcyclist suffered significant injuries in the accident. The injured person was transported to a local hospital, where they later passed away from their injuries.
The police are currently investigating this fatal accident.
Fatal Motorcycle Accidents in California
Fatal motorcycles take the lives of thousands of people in the United States annually. Here in California, we see a significant number of innocent victims die due to these accidents every year. Quite often, fatal motorcycle accidents are caused by driver negligence. Speeding, impairment, distractions, failing to yield, and switching lanes recklessly are just some of the leading factors in these accidents across our state.
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