Phoenix, AZ – Motorcyclist Killed at 59th Ave & Lower Buckeye Rd
Phoenix, AZ (August 14, 2019) – A motorcyclist has been killed after a crash at 59th Avenue and Lower Buckeye Road on Wednesday, August 14th.
According to Phoenix police, the accident involved a motorcycle and one other vehicle in the early morning hours, around 4:00 a.m. The vehicles collided near the 59th Avenue intersection, though the cause of the crash is still under investigation. The intersection of 59th Avenue and Lower Buckeye Road was closed for several hours, with eastbound traffic on Lower Buckeye Road restricted from 67th Avenue.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Deadly Motorcycle Accidents in Arizona
Motorcycle crashes comprised 14% of all traffic fatalities across the country in the last few years, with the number of motorcycle crashes more than doubling since the mid-1990s. And according to data published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, one in seven motor vehicle deaths across the country occurred on a motorcycle.
Victims may suffer tragic, unforeseen circumstances after a motorcycle accident, including long-term injuries, costly medical bills, and even job loss or death. But the victims and their families affected by these accidents can contact a Phoenix accident lawyer for help, and in some cases, get the justice they deserve from a personal injury or death lawsuit.
Our knowledgeable motorcycle crash attorneys at ELG Law have years of experience advocating for victims and their families who are affected by serious wrecks. Contact our accident lawyers at (623) 562-3838 to schedule your free, no-hassle consultation today.
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