Tag Archive: Bike vs. Car Accident

One Killed In Santa Maria Bicycle Accident

Larry Moore, 73, was struck and killed by a truck on November 22, 2010, around 12:27 p.m. in Santa Maria in Santa Barbara County, approximately 250 miles from San Diego. According to the California Highway Patrol, Moore was killed when he was hit while riding his bicycle by a truck driven by John Lee, 45. It is believed that Moore unexpectedly made a turn and turned in front of Lee’s truck.

Santa Ana Bicyclist Killed In Newport Beach Bike Accident

Michael William Nine, 43 of Santa Ana, was killed in a fatal bicycle accident at the intersection of Harbor Ridge Drive and Spyglass Hill Road on July 15, 2010 at around 7:47 a.m.

San Diego Sailor Killed in Bicycle Accident

An unidentified 27-year old sailor died in a car crash at Camp Pendleton on May 25, 2010. The sailor was on his bicycle travelling along Vandergrift Boulevard at about 11:30 p.m. when a Honda Odyssey struck him. The injured sailor was immediately airlifted to the nearby San Diego Hospital for treatment where he died a few hours later.

San Diego Bicycle Collision Leaves Cyclist Injured

A man was injured in a San Diego bicycle collision that took place on April 14, 2010 before 6 a.m. The accident happened in the 2700 block of Kurtz Street in San Diego.

San Diego Bicycle Accident Happens Near UTC

A female bicyclist collided with a sedan on April 17, 2010 in the UTC area of San Diego, just east of La Jolla and the University of California at San Diego. The 24-year old woman was cycling on Genesee Avenue at La Jolla Village Drive near Westfield University Towne Centre at 11:50 a.m. when she was hit by a 2004 Infiniti sedan. The bicyclist suffered major head injuries and was taken to the hospital. The injuries are said to be not life threatening. However, whenever one suffers a blow to their head, it is possible that they have suffered a traumatic brain injury and should watch closely.

Baltimore County Bicycle Accident Leaves 1 Dead, 1 Injured

A 43-year old avid cyclist lost his life in a Baltimore County bicycle accident that occurred on April 6, 2010 around 4:30 p.m. The bike accident occurred on Butler Road in Baltimore County.

Alabama Bicycle Accident Leaves 15-Year Old Severely Injured

An Mobile, AL man was involved in an Alabama bicycle accident that left a teenage girl severely injured. The accident happened on the night of March 29, 2010.

The accused,Patrick McKinney II, struck a 15-year old girl who was out riding, along with three other kids. The bike accident happened on March Road near Old Pascagoula Road in Grand Bay. McKinney reportedly ran away from the scene after hitting her, but turned himself in the next day. He has been charged with felony hit and run, leaving the scene of an accident, and assault in the first degree. The young girl is being treated at USA Medical Center for a head injury and a broken arm.

Modesto Bicycle Accident Leaves Elderly Cyclist Dead

A 73-year old cyclist lost his life in a Modesto bicycle accident when he collided with a car. The bike accident took place in the afternoon of March 22, 2010 on Claus Road near Scenic Drive.

The deceased, William Foltz, was on his way back home when he was hit from behind by a pickup truck as he attempted to cross to the left lane. Foltz had signaled, but the lane was not clear and he was struck. Foltz was a member of the Stanislaus County Bicycling Club and had been riding these Modesto roads for a long time prior to this accident.

Desperate Housewives Actor Injures Cyclist in Los Angeles Bicycle Accident

Desperate Housewives star Shawn Pyfrom was involved in a Los Angeles bicycle accident that took place on the afternoon of March 16, 2010.

23-year old Pyfrom was driving in the San Fernando Valley area of Los Angeles when his car collided with an elderly cyclist who had suddenly turned into the actor’s car. The cyclist was riding the wrong way along the road. The bicyclist was driven to a local hospital and the extent of his injuries, though not severe, is unknown.