A motorcyclist tragically died Thursday afternoon after a crash on Telegraph Canyon Road in Chula Vista. The accident took place around 4:44 p.m. when the rider, on a 2005 Suzuki GSXR1000, lost control after hitting the center median while traveling westbound. The impact threw the motorcyclist into the eastbound lanes, where he was subsequently struck by a 2006 Honda Accord heading in the opposite direction.
Accident Details and Response
The driver of the Honda Accord, a 56-year-old woman from Spring Valley, stopped immediately after the collision and was unharmed. Emergency responders arrived shortly after the crash and performed CPR, but the motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene.
Ongoing Investigation
The Chula Vista Police Department is investigating the cause of the crash, with no signs of alcohol or drug involvement. Authorities have not released the name of the deceased motorcyclist. The Honda driver is fully cooperating with investigators, and the department is asking any witnesses to come forward with information. Those with information are encouraged to contact the Chula Vista Police Traffic Bureau at 619-395-4106. For additional details, visit x.com.
As the investigation continues, law enforcement urges anyone who saw the incident to share what they know. This tragedy underscores the importance of road safety for all drivers, including motorcyclists.