Tyler Mykel Williams was pronounced dead at the scene of the fatal collision, which happened around 10:52 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 12, on Sierra Highway near Avenue O-8 in Palmdale, according to coroner’s Assistant Chief Ed Winter.
“A motorcycle was traveling southbound on Sierra Highway and, for unknown reasons, the driver lost control of his motorcycle and drifted into the northbound lanes of travel and struck the east curb and onto the bike path area,” according to a news release from the Palmdale Sheriff’s Station.
“The motorcyclist was ejected and struck a tree. As a result of the collision, the motorcycle then caught on fire approximately 300 feet away on the bike path,” the news release states.
Williams was treated by Los Angeles County Fire Department paramedics before he was pronounced dead at the scene, officials said.
Sierra Highway was closed, between Rancho Vista Boulevard and Avenue Q, until about 6 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 13, while the incident was being investigated.
Anyone with information regarding this traffic collision is encouraged to call Palmdale Station’s Traffic Department at 661-272-2400.
The investigation is ongoing.
Editor’s note: The sheriff’s news release states the crash happened on Sierra Highway near Avenue Q-8, however, the coroner’s office and photographers at the scene said the crash actually happened near Avenue O-8.
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Daisy A Coleman says
Just can’t believe you’re gone Tyler now I’m not going to see you everyday @ the house., you are one of my Sons., I missed you already ., RIP/L Tyler you will be missed but will never be forgotten ., Love you always from me (Mom)., Sean Tyler Price
poncho says
buying a motorcycle is like going off to war eveytime you leave your home. you may not be coming back! so mothers,fathers,brothers,sisters kiss them goodby each time they leave the house and prepare for the worst.the next phone call or knock on the door may be the news of death
Tamisha Cowan says
Tyler, OMG, I can’t believe you’re not here with us anymore. You were such a great kid and a dedicated friend to all of those who knew you. I’m sorry that you were taken so soon but I thank you for being there for my son when he needed a friend. You were like a son to me and you will be missed. My deepest dearest condolences to your friends and family, you will be in our memories forever. R.I.P. MY NINJA FOR LIFE!!!
GustavoAmadoeVar says
Look at that rear tyre…..there is LESS than NO tread there…it looks like it was highly abused and I might be stretching here , but upon zooming in , I see the evidence of a lateral (sidewall) failure (blowout) . God bless u young man and all who are touched by this sad tragedy . Motorbikes seem more and more like a guaranteed ticket to the other side . I used to love riding ..ride safe -all riders ….and keep your scooter in safe conditions .
Walmart1660 says
RS
Rest easy buddy my condolences to the family
RS
Clyde says
These kids, and a handful of lots of throttle, are a bad mix. Those kind of bikes are capable of very high speeds in a short amount of time. Any number of things can go bad fast at high speeds. Large animals, a bad rear tire that blows a 19 year old can’t afford to replace, a wobble are only a few things. I wish they could be influenced, or persuaded to reconsider. I’m gettin pretty sick of burying these kids.
My heart and condolences to the family…
Dee Barrera says
Prayers for the family and ftiends. Rest in peace
Kyndra says
We love you Tyler and will miss your happy smiling face and we are all so sad your gone. Especially your mom ,dad, brother and sister’s . Rip Ty and see you again one day.
Mary says
Last night at Avenue S and Sierra Hwy I saw a kid on a motorcycle literally standing up (As straight as a board) with his hands to his side on his seat. I panicked and was just about to call 911. I began to pray and I asked God to let a cop see him so that he could get a ticket, something enough to scare him so that he would not hurt himself or someone else. I know he had to have a mother or someone that loved him. He rode his bike like this for 3 long blocks, never once sitting down to correct his steering. I then lost him. Two months ago, my mom and I were driving near the Water Park on S. We saw 5-6 guys near the water park driving erratically on their bikes, doing tricks, holding back traffic, and this continued for a few long seconds. My mom yelled, “Call 911” I decided to follow as my mom actually called 911 since I was driving. The 911 operator did not know where the Water Park was, nor did he know where S and 47th was. Still on the phone with 911 for minutes, at least 3-4 minutes, trying to give this operator directions, my mom hung up in frustration. After she hung up, we stopped following them. On the 14 freeway, I saw a motorcyclists doing trick on the 14 Freeway, towards the AV. I saw the guy stand up on his seat on the freeway, no hands, and ride down the 14. I don’t know if this is a new thing, or what, but it is very dangerous. These young boys are putting their lives at risk and I have yet to see the police ticket them. I am sure it happens but I just wish they would get them before they kill themselves. I am terribly sorry that this person lost his life. I am sorry to the family that has to endure his loss. I pray that his mom finds strength to endure the days ahead of her – I can’t at all imagine her agony. To those who loved this person – mom, dad, children, siblings, aunts, uncles, extended family members, and friends – I am terribly sorry for your loss. No one deserves to lose anyone and I just hope that all of you get through this the best you can. My condolences to everyone who knew him.
Blizard W. says
ToTyler Williams family my sincere condolences and prayers are with you that God the Almighty may grant you strength, endurance, comfort and peace “so you may abound in hope through the Holy Spirit.” (Ro.15:13) Treasuring his great accomplishments in your hearts and minds that it may carry you through these difficult moments.
J says
[removed] tyler we miss u. Im glad i got to see u everyday. I hate not seeing u at work. Your tools are there nobody really used them. I had so much to learn from u. U showed me not to be scared of shit. U showed me how to smile in this [removed] hole country. Youve touched all of our lives and a peice of all of us left with u. We miss u Ty and ima be there for ur dad whenever he needs it. U loved going fast. U enjoyed the life u were given. Itll be hard not seeing u everyday. We will all miss u man. We love u
Berlina says
Thoughts and prayers for him and his family and friends. Rest in peace.