Monroe, Washington - Motorcyclist Dead, Two People Hospitalized in Head-On Collision
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Monroe, Washington – Motorcyclist Dead, Two People Hospitalized in Head-On Collision

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Posted on August 19, 2019

Monroe, Washington(August 18, 2019) – A motorcyclist was reported to have died in a collision with a car at State Route 2 on Sunday morning. The victim, identified as Terry Johnson, was immediately killed by the crash. The driver and passenger in the car were both taken to the hospital, with no further word regarding their condition.

The crash occurred around milepost 11 of State Route 2. According to the report from the Washington State Troopers, Johnson was heading west on the road. While passing cars, he collided head-on with an eastbound car. The collision caused the highway to be closed, though it reopened after 4 p.m.

About Motorcycle Accidents

We offer our sympathies and compassion for the friends and loved ones of the victim. Unfortunately, this is not the only fatality involved with a motorcycle accident. Because of a motorcycle’s open nature, the risks of injuries are greater to a person on a motorcycle than a person in a car. Head injuries are common in motorcycle accidents of all kinds, as are limb injuries. Much like any other vehicle accidents, motorcycle accidents can easily come out of lapse of attention and careless maneuvers.  It is important to always observe proper driving and consideration for other vehicles, something which all motorcycle drivers should keep in mind as 3/4 of motorcycle accidents involve another vehicle. This is most likely due to a motorcycle’s overall visibility being less than most other vehicles, which means drivers of other vehicles tend not to see motorcycles in time.  This visibility problem makes motorcycle rides at night especially risky. Additionally, the stationary objects most often struck off-road are trees, utility poles, and traffic barriers, and driving in poor visibility conditions such as nighttime and unfavorable weather can increase the risks of collision with one of the objects mentioned above.

While motorcycles are a much-depended means of transportation, drivers should consider factors such as speed, number of other vehicles on the road, the road conditions and weather to ensure their safety while out and about. Be especially cautious when driving at night, as with any other vehicle. Any mistakes in judgement can lead to accidents, injuries and damage not only to your person, but on other people as well.

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