Citrus Heights, CA – A motorcyclist lost his life in a crash with another vehicle on Antelope Road Wednesday afternoon, September 11, 2024, according to The Sacramento Bee.
The collision occurred just after 3:15 PM between Mariposa Avenue and Sunrise Boulevard, a busy stretch of roadway lined with local businesses and residential areas.
Emergency responders, including officers from the Citrus Heights Police Department and the Sacramento Metropolitan Fire District, quickly arrived at the scene. Despite efforts to help, the motorcyclist was pronounced dead shortly after 4 PM, according to fire officials.
The eastbound lanes of Antelope Road were closed for several hours as police launched an investigation into the crash. While the exact cause of the accident remains unclear, police have stated that alcohol does not appear to have been a factor. Investigators are working to determine the events leading up to the fatal collision.
The identity of the motorcyclist has not yet been released, as authorities are working to notify the victim’s family.
Wrongful Death Claims
Establishing fault in a collision can depend on multiple factors. One crucial way a personal injury attorney can assist grieving families is by determining legal liability after the loss of a loved one in a traffic accident.
If another party is found to hold some responsibility for the death, the family may be eligible to file a Wrongful Death claim with the at-fault driver’s insurance provider. This claim can provide compensation to help cover hospital fees, burial costs, and the loss of support for the deceased’s dependents.
