Rider critically injured by semi

cactusjack · 08-28-2010, 10:47 PM

Motorcyclist critical after collision with semi

by Derek Quizon - Aug. 28, 2010 03:28 PM
The Arizona Republic

A collision between a semitruck and a motorcycle early Saturday has left the rider in critical condition.

The accident occurred on the 1700 block of Northwest Grand Avenue, when the driver of the semitruck clipped one of three motorcyclists riding near the truck.

Police spokesman Sgt. Steve Martos said the accident was initially ruled a hit-and-run because the driver left the scene. But about half an hour after police came to investigate, the driver of the truck called in, saying he had not realized he had been in an accident.

The driver said he suspected he may have clipped one of the riders but initially wrote it off, Martos said. But he still the feeling he may have hit someone nagged at him until he pulled into a nearby parking lot.

When he noticed oil on the wheels and scuff marks on the tires, he called the police.

Police are not planning to pursue a criminal investigation into the accident.

madotu · 08-29-2010, 05:53 AM

My thoughts and prayers are with the rider and his family.

AlabamaNomadRider · 08-29-2010, 08:56 AM

At least he did call in. I know it is tough driving 18 wheelers as I did it myself for a while. I know miles equal money but these guys need to slow down some and pay more attention.

**cnc** · 08-30-2010, 08:25 PM

My thoughts are with the rider. Semi's and bikes just don't mix well. I stay as far away as possible from them after one pulled out to pass a group of us on bikes, side swiped a car and sent the car across the median and into lanes of on coming traffic.
All this happened right beside me.

unwind2 · 09-06-2010, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by cnc

My thoughts are with the rider. Semi's and bikes just don't mix well. I stay as far away as possible from them after one pulled out to pass a group of us on bikes, side swiped a car and sent the car across the median and into lanes of on coming traffic.
All this happened right beside me.

Yikes! I bet that was a lot of fun.........not.

**cnc** · 09-11-2010, 06:20 PM

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Originally Posted by unwind2

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Originally Posted by cnc

My thoughts are with the rider. Semi's and bikes just don't mix well. I stay as far away as possible from them after one pulled out to pass a group of us on bikes, side swiped a car and sent the car across the median and into lanes of on coming traffic.
All this happened right beside me.

Yikes! I bet that was a lot of fun.........not.

Not is right, scared the h*ll out of Me. We were on a trip, so after parking the bikes that night at the hotel, I had more than my usual share of beer.

08-28-2010, 10:47 PM	#1
cactusjack Mega-Contributor Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Where it doesn't snow...ever! Posts: 21,926	Rider critically injured by semi Motorcyclist critical after collision with semi by Derek Quizon - Aug. 28, 2010 03:28 PM The Arizona Republic A collision between a semitruck and a motorcycle early Saturday has left the rider in critical condition. The accident occurred on the 1700 block of Northwest Grand Avenue, when the driver of the semitruck clipped one of three motorcyclists riding near the truck. Police spokesman Sgt. Steve Martos said the accident was initially ruled a hit-and-run because the driver left the scene. But about half an hour after police came to investigate, the driver of the truck called in, saying he had not realized he had been in an accident. The driver said he suspected he may have clipped one of the riders but initially wrote it off, Martos said. But he still the feeling he may have hit someone nagged at him until he pulled into a nearby parking lot. When he noticed oil on the wheels and scuff marks on the tires, he called the police. Police are not planning to pursue a criminal investigation into the accident. __________________ 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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madotu Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Knoxville TN Posts: 80	Rider critically injured by semi My thoughts and prayers are with the rider and his family.
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AlabamaNomadRider Sr. Contributor Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Boaz, Alabama Posts: 13,742	Rider critically injured by semi At least he did call in. I know it is tough driving 18 wheelers as I did it myself for a while. I know miles equal money but these guys need to slow down some and pay more attention. __________________ Gene Cross, Jr. Boaz, Alabama KawaNOW/VBA #1181
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cnc Join Date: May 2009 Location: Montreal QC Posts: 12,034	Rider critically injured by semi My thoughts are with the rider. Semi's and bikes just don't mix well. I stay as far away as possible from them after one pulled out to pass a group of us on bikes, side swiped a car and sent the car across the median and into lanes of on coming traffic. All this happened right beside me. __________________ Norm Ward 2008 blue / silver nomad kawanow / VBA #01136
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