The Motorcycle Safety Awareness month was in May. Safety and awareness on the road was emphasized for both motorcycles and vehicles. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, in 2009, 4,462 motorcyclists were killed and an additional 90,000 motorcyclists were injured.
Last week, a 25-year-old motorcyclist was arrested for leading police on a chase around Mesa (AZCentral 06/10/2011). The motorcyclist was observed to be riding with no hands on the bike near University Drive and 64th street. The police attempted to stop him, but he sped off instead. At one point during the chase, police recorded the motorcycle’s speed to be 100mph in a 45mph zone. Later, police found the motorcycle abandoned by the road. They followed the speeding driver’s trail and even dispatched several police units and a helicopter in the area. Soon, the man came out of hiding and he was arrested. Police reports say that he fled because he was scared.
Even though May’s Motorcycle Safety Month is over, the reminders made from that month should still be valid even at this time. When riding a motorcycle at any time, the Department of Transportation recommends wearing a helmet. Arizona ranks the 14th in the nation for number of lives saved, and the 16th in the nation for money saved due to helmet use. Motorcycles should also follow the rules of the road; drive with the traffic in the designated lane, and drive the designated speed.
If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle crash in Arizona, you may call our experienced motorcycle accident attorneys in Mesa for a free consultation at (480) 389-2463. We are experience Motorcycle crash lawyers and we may be able to help you.
