LANCASTER – A motorcyclist died Wednesday night after his bike rear-ended a car in Lancaster, authorities said.
The fatal collision happened around 8:53 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 24, on Avenue K at 80th Street West, according to Sgt. David Jennings of the Lancaster Sheriff’s Station.
“Preliminary information gathered at the scene indicates the driver of a 1994 Honda Accord was traveling east on Avenue K at approximately 50 MPH. The rider of a 2006 Suzuki GSXR750 was also traveling east on Avenue K behind the Accord,” Jennings stated in a news release. “As the two passed 80th Street West, the motorcycle collided with the rear end of the Accord at a speed significantly greater than the Accord was traveling.”
“The rider was ejected from the motorcycle and landed in front of the still moving car,” Jennings continued.
The rider succumbed to his injuries at Antelope Valley Hospital.
He was a Lancaster man in his 30s, but his name has not yet been released pending next of kin notification, coroner’s Assistant Chief Ed Winter said Thursday afternoon.
“The driver of the Accord was not impaired at the time of the collision. It is unknown at this time if alcohol or drugs were a factor for the motorcyclist,” Jennings stated in the news release.
The collision is being investigated by the Lancaster Sheriff’s Station Traffic Detail.
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Lisa says
This does not sound right. A biker isn’t going to just drive into the back of a car! Did the honda slam on her brakes??? This doesn’t sound right at all! My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of the biker for their loss, im so sorry! 5
And to the other party who will have to live with this. I’m so sorry. God bless!
SMSgt Stark (AF Reserve) says
He was my nephew, a fellow Airman, and a American Veteran. There will always be a special place in my heart for the memories you gave me.
Deborah Pica says
So sorry for your loss, praying God comforts you during this difficult time. RIP Amen
Kristen Clark says
He was my brother in law and father to my niece! He will be greatly missed love you!!
Kev&Shell says
My husband and I can’t believe he’s gone. He’s an amazing father & friend. Had a heart of gold, kind to everyone, he gave his daughter the world, she was his best friend. Gone too soon!! RIP
Chris B. says
R.I.P.
Travis C says
The motorcyclist was a great friend of mine. He will be missed out at Edwards AFB. He was just about to start his next career path at Northrop next week. People enjoy your love ones today because we are never guaranteed tomorrow!!!
Gemini says
Such a shame. Motorcyclists need to slow down. Condolences to his family.
Irena says
The wording is fairly vague but it could also mean that the Honda had done a brake check. That could have cause the accident as well.
Having had it happen to my husband while I was on the back of the motorcycle, that can be fairly scaring and dangerous.