Bicyclist killed in Collision in Tucson, AZ
In 2008, bicycle deaths represented two percent of all traffic fatalities in the country. On July 5th in Tucson, AZ a 47-year old man was killed while traveling on his bicycle down a Tucson street.
Police have reported that the man was traveling down Congress Street when he lost control of his bicycle and hit a vehicle that was traveling in the middle lane. The bicyclist died instantly on the scene according to reports and the investigation remains ongoing. It has not been reported whether or not alcohol was involved in the accident or if the bicyclist had suffered any physical ailments that may have caused the accident.
With a case like this one, there a hundreds of possibilities that could account for why this accident occurred and ended the life of one bicycle. In 2008 there were 716 deaths that died on US roads. It is crucial for motorists and bicyclists to do everything possible to follow safety precautions and be aware of potential dangers. With the summer heat in Arizona, the health risks are higher and the potential to become dehydrated or suffer from heat exhaustion is higher. When bicyclists are preparing to ride, it is important that they consider all potential hazards in order to prevent a tragedy like this one occurring. If you or a family member has suffered a bicycle accident then contacting an Arizona personal injury attorney is the best option for compensation.
