Shasta County, CA – On the afternoon of Thursday, May 15, 2025, a collision involving a motorcycle and a pickup truck resulted in a fatality, according to CHP Fatal.
The California Highway Patrol reports that the accident took place around 4:01 PM at the intersection of State Route 26 and Jesus Maria Road.
Emergency crews, including air medical support, were dispatched to the scene following the crash between a street motorcycle and a black pickup truck. Despite the response from fire and medical personnel, one individual was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have not yet released the identity of the deceased pending family notification.
Tow services were called for both vehicles involved, and Caltrans assisted with traffic management in the area. The incident caused temporary traffic disruptions as crews cleared the roadway.
Investigators have yet to determine what factors led to this fatal crash.
Wrongful Death Claims & Comparative Negligence
Determining fault in a collision can involve multiple factors, and under California’s Comparative Negligence rule, several parties can share partial responsibility. Should someone else be found even partly responsible for the death, the family may be able to file a Wrongful Death claim against the at-fault driver’s insurance. This can provide compensation to help cover medical bills, funeral expenses, and the loss of income to support the family of the deceased.
