On Sunday evening at approximately 6:30 p.m., a fatal collision occurred on State Route 32 in Hamilton City, California. The incident involved a 43-year-old motorcyclist from Forest Ranch, who was traveling eastbound on a 2022 Harley Davidson, and a 40-year-old man from Hamilton City, driving a 2022 Tesla westbound.
The crash happened when the Tesla driver attempted a left turn onto Sacramento Avenue, failing to notice the approaching motorcycle. This resulted in a collision with the left front of the Tesla, causing the motorcyclist to be ejected and subsequently strike a stop sign. The motorcyclist suffered fatal injuries as a result of the impact.
The Tesla driver remained at the scene and cooperated fully with authorities. According to preliminary reports from the California Highway Patrol (CHP), there is no indication that drugs or alcohol were factors in the crash. The identities of the individuals involved are being withheld until next of kin notification is completed.
Collision Overview
- Incident Location: Sacramento Avenue
- Involved Parties: Tesla driver and motorcyclist
Sequence of Events
- Tesla's Maneuver: The Tesla driver attempted a left turn onto Sacramento Avenue.
- Collision:
- The Tesla failed to observe the oncoming motorcycle.
- The motorcyclist collided with the left front section of the Tesla.
- Aftermath:
- The impact ejected the motorcyclist from the bike.
- The motorcyclist subsequently hit a stop sign.
Consequences
- Injuries: The motorcyclist sustained fatal injuries.
- Tesla Driver's Actions: The driver remained at the scene and cooperated fully with law enforcement.
Investigation Details
- Preliminary Findings:
- Conducted by the California Highway Patrol (CHP).
- Determined that neither drugs nor alcohol were contributing factors.
- Identity Protection: Identities are withheld pending next of kin notification.
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