Fatal Bicycle Accident on Swift Avenue
The Fresno Police Department reported a fatal bicycle accident on Swift Avenue and Golden State Boulevard on Wednesday, January 11, 2023. Multiple parties contacted 911 to report a vehicle versus bicycle accident in the area at approximately 11:10 p.m., according to Fresno PD.
Details on the Fatal Bicycle Accident on Swift Avenue in Fresno
Fresno PD officers indicated in a preliminary traffic incident report that the driver involved in the bicycle accident initially did not stop following the incident. However, when the motorist observed significant damage to their vehicle, they returned to the scene, officials said.
The driver contacted authorities and claimed that their car may have crashed into a pedestrian, according to investigators. Life-saving measures were performed on the injured bicyclist. Sadly, the cyclist was declared deceased at the crash site.
The Fresno County Coroner’s Office has recently identified the deceased as Roberto Esparza, age 44. The motorist was reported to be cooperative with investigators, and no further information on the incident was immediately available.
Things Survivors Should Know About Wrongful Death Bicycle Accident Cases
Vehicle versus bicycle crashes is among the most dangerous of traffic collisions since the injuries are often catastrophic. That is because a cyclist has no physical protection against a motor vehicle. Even a crash at low speeds may lead to serious and life-threatening injuries for a bicyclist. What is most unfortunate is bicycle collisions have a high risk of fatal injuries. The loss of a loved one in a bicycle accident may leave surviving family members devastated, especially if the incident was the result of a negligent driver. Survivors in these situations may bring a wrongful death action against the at-fault party and their insurance company for reimbursement of the resulting losses.
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Personal Injury Lawyer in Fresno
I’m Ed Smith, a Fresno personal injury lawyer. Surviving family members who have lost a loved one to a bicycle accident caused by a negligent driver or entity may seek justice and financial compensation for their loss in a wrongful death claim. These cases may be a remedy for survivors who have wrongfully lost a close relative. It may also provide a family the sense of closure and compensation they deserve. Contact our legal team to receive free, friendly case advice at (559) 377-7676 or (800) 404-5400.
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