Another rider dead

cactusjack · 11-29-2010, 02:50 PM

Looks like the driver of the BMW that violated his right-of-way will be charged with manslaughter...

Scottsdale woman could face manslaughter in fatal motorcycle crash

by Brennan Smith - Nov. 29, 2010 10:44 AM
The Arizona Republic

A driver involved in the death of a motorcyclist Sunday night in Scottsdale is expected to be charged with manslaughter.

About 5:30 p.m., Sharolyn Medina, 45, of Scottsdale was turning left from eastbound Shea Boulevard to northbound 124th Street when the motorcyclist, Eric Ziemba, 24, of Scottsdale, struck her BMW as he traveled west, police said.

Ziemba, who was not wearing a helmet, was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead, Scottsdale police spokesman David Pubins said.

Police said alcohol appears to have been a factor in the crash and that Medina reportedly was driving under the influence.

Shea Boulevard was partially closed between 120th and 130th streets until midnight, Pubins said.

dabull · 11-29-2010, 03:01 PM

ugh.....

Loafer · 11-29-2010, 07:09 PM

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Originally Posted by DaBull

ugh.....

+1

**ringadingh** · 11-29-2010, 07:11 PM

That sucks, hopefully she gets nailed hard.

**glwilson** · 11-29-2010, 07:24 PM

Not good news...

I know a Ziemba in Chicago. Wonder if he knows the kid or not. It's not a common name... might be a connection.

I wonder what type of bike it was. Any idea CJ?

Just asking... that's all.

cactusjack · 11-29-2010, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by glwilson

Not good news...

I know a Ziemba in Chicago. Wonder if he knows the kid or not. It's not a common name... might be a connection.

I wonder what type of bike it was. Any idea CJ?

Just asking... that's all.

They did a story on the 10:00 news last night and it showed the bike all mangled on the road, it was a blue sport bike, couldn't tell what kind.

--CORRECTION--

I just read it was a Harley Davidson, not a sport bike. Couldn't really tell from what I saw on TV.

**Cajunrider** · 11-29-2010, 08:47 PM

It's a shame that we routinely have to drive and ride in fear of drunks. You never know the condition of the driver in the oncoming or left turning vehicle. I always assume that they can't see me or that they will do exactly what they aren't supposed to. It's the only way to survive and still there are no guarantees. The judge needs to hit her hard with jail time. Only bad thing is if she has kids they will suffer more than she will.

cactusjack · 11-29-2010, 11:15 PM

Just the other morning some drunk woman was driving the wrong direction on the freeway and caused several accidents before she went into the ditch. This was at around 09:00 AM.

blowndodge · 11-30-2010, 12:36 AM

One of the reasons I don't like to ride at night.... I know the drunks are out there...

AlabamaNomadRider · 11-30-2010, 02:38 AM

Always hate to read of these accidents happening. I am always worried about the car I am meeting fearing it will turn left in front of me. Or some idiot will be on a side street and see you coming and go ahead and pull out in front of you. Of course you have to watch your mirrors for fear of some jerk being distracted and not see you stopped in front of them. There are so many things we have to watch out for. And what I have listed is only a partial list.

cactusjack · 11-30-2010, 09:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Blowndodge "Darksider"

One of the reasons I don't like to ride at night.... I know the drunks are out there...

I don't mind riding at night, just not late at night. When the bars close up I don't want to be on the road.

I've got news for you BD, there are drunks on the road 24/7.

**glwilson** · 11-30-2010, 08:12 PM

Yeah... 9AM is pretty early in the morning to be drunk... but it happens...

Around here some of the factories have 3-shifts... so the third-shifters start drinking when the sun comes up... that puts them "drunk" on the road before noon.

You just never know...

Sin City Stan · 11-30-2010, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Blowndodge "Darksider"

One of the reasons I don't like to ride at night.... I know the drunks are out there...

Try Las Vegas. DUI is a 24/7 thing.

blowndodge · 12-01-2010, 10:40 AM

Ok OK............If I must.....

Yes fellas,,,,, people do drink 24/7 that bit of information didn't escape me

I'm using probabilities and statistics that drunk people at night have far less visual acuity than in the daytime. Non drunks have less visual acuity at night as well.

Stack both of the odds against you and riding at night is far more dangerous.

Watch yourself out there..

flightdoc · 12-01-2010, 12:38 PM

BD is correct. Drinking at night does reduce your night vision more than it does without the alchohol in your system.
In this accident, I hope they do charge her hard because of the alchohol involved. Unfortunately, a large portion of riders involved in crashes have been tipping the jug also. Even worse. IMHO

vin

11-29-2010, 02:50 PM	#1
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	Another rider dead Looks like the driver of the BMW that violated his right-of-way will be charged with manslaughter... Scottsdale woman could face manslaughter in fatal motorcycle crash by Brennan Smith - Nov. 29, 2010 10:44 AM The Arizona Republic A driver involved in the death of a motorcyclist Sunday night in Scottsdale is expected to be charged with manslaughter. About 5:30 p.m., Sharolyn Medina, 45, of Scottsdale was turning left from eastbound Shea Boulevard to northbound 124th Street when the motorcyclist, Eric Ziemba, 24, of Scottsdale, struck her BMW as he traveled west, police said. Ziemba, who was not wearing a helmet, was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead, Scottsdale police spokesman David Pubins said. Police said alcohol appears to have been a factor in the crash and that Medina reportedly was driving under the influence. Shea Boulevard was partially closed between 120th and 130th streets until midnight, Pubins said. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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11-29-2010, 03:01 PM	#2
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11-29-2010, 07:24 PM	#5
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	Another rider dead Not good news... I know a Ziemba in Chicago. Wonder if he knows the kid or not. It's not a common name... might be a connection. I wonder what type of bike it was. Any idea CJ? Just asking... that's all. __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417 Login or Register to Remove Ads
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11-29-2010, 08:47 PM	#7
Cajunrider Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: (SE Louisiana) Posts: 8,340	Another rider dead It's a shame that we routinely have to drive and ride in fear of drunks. You never know the condition of the driver in the oncoming or left turning vehicle. I always assume that they can't see me or that they will do exactly what they aren't supposed to. It's the only way to survive and still there are no guarantees. The judge needs to hit her hard with jail time. Only bad thing is if she has kids they will suffer more than she will. __________________ 2016 Electra Glide Ultra Limited CVO Palladium Silver / Phantom Blue 110 cu in SE 2012 Electra Glide Ultra Limited (Traded 6/22/16) Tequila Sunrise / HD Orange Vance & Hines true dual headers Rinehart 4" slip ons Screamin Eagle Super Tuner Screamin Eagle Stage 1 intake Dyno tuned H.O.G.# 4514015 2007 Nomad 1600 (Traded 6/23/12) VBA #482
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11-29-2010, 11:15 PM	#8
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	Another rider dead Just the other morning some drunk woman was driving the wrong direction on the freeway and caused several accidents before she went into the ditch. This was at around 09:00 AM. __________________ Scott "Cactusjack" Hanks VBA #00105 H.O.G. #4250060 2011 H-D Ultra Limited 103ci :: 2011 HD Electra Glide Ultra Limited w/Stage 1 :: Rallies: Mesquite '08\|Custer '09\|Cortez '10\|Crescent City '11\|Kanab '12\|Antlers '12\|Estes Park '13\|Antlers '13\|Orofino '14\|The Dalles '17
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11-30-2010, 12:36 AM	#9
blowndodge Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Washington City, Utah Posts: 16,474	Another rider dead One of the reasons I don't like to ride at night.... I know the drunks are out there... __________________ I love my Victory Cross Country Tour 106. Smells like Victory! Ultra's are Limited There are two types of Harley riders. Those that trailer them and those that push them. The most Interesting Man in the World "Find the things in life you don't do well and don't do those things" Member # 0005
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AlabamaNomadRider Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Boaz, Alabama Posts: 13,742	Another rider dead Always hate to read of these accidents happening. I am always worried about the car I am meeting fearing it will turn left in front of me. Or some idiot will be on a side street and see you coming and go ahead and pull out in front of you. Of course you have to watch your mirrors for fear of some jerk being distracted and not see you stopped in front of them. There are so many things we have to watch out for. And what I have listed is only a partial list. __________________ Gene Cross, Jr. Boaz, Alabama KawaNOW/VBA #1181
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11-30-2010, 08:12 PM	#12
glwilson Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: North Central Illinois Posts: 8,575	Another rider dead Yeah... 9AM is pretty early in the morning to be drunk... but it happens... Around here some of the factories have 3-shifts... so the third-shifters start drinking when the sun comes up... that puts them "drunk" on the road before noon. You just never know... __________________ "During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act." "You can have your own opinion, but not your own facts." *Former VBA NCR Assist Regional Leader* Formerly: 2004 1500FI Bronze Nomad: 2009 & 2014 HD Ultra Current Rides: 2017 HD Ultra Limited & 2011 Can Am Spyder RTS-SE Attended: VBA National Rallies 2009, 2011, 2015; VBA/NCR Regional Rally 2010, 12, 14, 16 and several rides throughout with regional members. VBA Member #652 HOG Member #3935417
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blowndodge Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Washington City, Utah Posts: 16,474	Another rider dead Ok OK............If I must..... Yes fellas,,,,, people do drink 24/7 that bit of information didn't escape me I'm using probabilities and statistics that drunk people at night have far less visual acuity than in the daytime. Non drunks have less visual acuity at night as well. Stack both of the odds against you and riding at night is far more dangerous. Watch yourself out there.. __________________ I love my Victory Cross Country Tour 106. Smells like Victory! Ultra's are Limited There are two types of Harley riders. Those that trailer them and those that push them. The most Interesting Man in the World "Find the things in life you don't do well and don't do those things" Member # 0005
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flightdoc Sr. Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Barrington, New Hampshire Posts: 1,285	Another rider dead BD is correct. Drinking at night does reduce your night vision more than it does without the alchohol in your system. In this accident, I hope they do charge her hard because of the alchohol involved. Unfortunately, a large portion of riders involved in crashes have been tipping the jug also. Even worse. IMHO vin
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