Motorcyclist Dies After Being Hit by Car at Staples Street and Texan Trail in Corpus Christi
Motorcyclist Killed in Corpus Christi Crash with Vehicle at Staples Street and Texan Trail
Motorcyclist Dies After Being Hit by Car at Staples Street and Texan Trail in Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, Texas (February 5, 2018) – A 23-year-old motorcycle rider was killed on Saturday night after he was hit by a car at an intersection in Corpus Christi, according to a police report.
Officers to reports of a motorcyclist struck by a car at to the intersection of Staples Street and Texan Trail on Saturday, February 3.
The police officers the male rider injuries and transported him to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries during treatment. Police said the man was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. His name was not released pending notification of next of kin.
According to investigators, it appeared that the rider failed to yield right-of-way when turning onto Staples Street and was struck by another vehicle.
Police said the driver of the car fled the scene after the collision.
The crash remains under investigation.
We extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.
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