Arizona Motorcycle Accident News

Two People Killed in Motorcycle Accident with Motorhome Outside Prescott

Jonathan V. O'Steen
February 24, 2021

Two people riding a motorcycle were killed when their bike collided with a motorhome just outside of Prescott on Tuesday afternoon.  The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office reports that the motorcycle was southbound on Iron Springs Road between Prescott and Skull Valley when it crossed the center line and collided head-on with the motorhome. 

Several Motorcyclists Injured During Large Group Ride in Tucson

Lincoln Combs
February 22, 2021

Four members of a large group of motorcyclists were injured when their bikes collided during a ride on Interstate 10 near Tangerine Road on Saturday.

One Dead Following Motorcycle Crash in Mesa

Sean M. McGarry
February 13, 2021

A motorcycle accident at First Avenue and Alturas Street on Sunday night claimed the life of Erik Dominic Guzman.  Mr. Guzman was riding his Yamaha YZFR1 northbound on First Avenue when a Jeep Gladiator eastbound on Alturas Street failed to yield at a stop sign. The Jeep Gladiator, driven by Daniel W. Foster, collided with the motorcycle operated by Mr. Guzman.

Eric Dominic Guzman Killed in Motorcycle Accident

Matthew P. MacLeod
January 18, 2021

A motorcycle accident at First Avenue and Alturas Street on Sunday night claimed the life of Erik Dominic Guzman.  Mr. Guzman was riding his Yamaha YZFR1 northbound on First Avenue when a Jeep Gladiator eastbound on Alturas Street failed to yield at a stop sign. The Jeep Gladiator, driven by Daniel W. Foster, collided with the motorcycle operated by Mr. Guzman.

Officer Joseph Montgomery Dies of Injuries from Motorcycle Accident

Jonathan V. O'Steen
January 14, 2021

A 13-year veteran of the ASU campus police force died of injuries he received when his motorcycle struck a freeway off-ramp wall this morning.  DPS reports that Officer Joseph Montgomery was on his way to the ASU Tempe campus when his motorcycle struck the northbound off-ramp wall of the University Drive exit off Loop 101.

Motorcyclist Suffers Serious Injuries in Tempe Crash

Lincoln Combs
January 13, 2021

A crash this afternoon involving a motorcycle and a car left the motorcyclist with serious injuries.

John Myers Killed in Phoenix Motorcycle Accident

Lincoln Combs
January 6, 2021

A three-vehicle crash claimed the life of John Myers, age 62, on Tuesday afternoon near Union Hills Drive and 43rd Avenue.  It happened when a car traveling eastbound on Union Hills Drive turned left across the path of Mr. Myers’ motorcycle.  The motorcycle went on to strike another car. 

Motorcyclist Killed in Accident at 37th Avenue and Dunlap

James R. Harrison
December 16, 2020

A motorcyclist, identified only as a 25-year-old man, was westbound on Dunlap Avenue on Tuesday afternoon when a Chrysler 300 failed to yield while turning left near 37th Avenue. The motorcyclist was thrown from his bike and died of his injuries.

Wrong-Way Driver on SR-51 Seriously Injures Motorcyclist

Van O'Steen
November 2, 2020

A vehicle traveling south in the northbound lanes of SR-51 collided with a motorcyclist near Glendale Avenue on Sunday night.  The motorcyclist was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment of serious injuries.  The wrong-way driver was not hurt.

Demeako Palmer Killed in Tucson Motorcycle Accident

Jonathan V. O'Steen
July 29, 2020

An accident in Tucson involving a motorcycle and a Kia claimed the life of Demeako Duane Palmer on Tuesday afternoon. 

Peoria Officer Jason Judd Killed in Motorcycle Accident

Jonathan V. O'Steen
July 2, 2020

Peoria Police officer Jason Judd died from injuries he received in a motorcycle crash at a youth training camp on Wednesday morning.  The Youth Citizen Police Academy Camp session took place at Liberty High School.   

Rider Killed After Motorcycle, Bus Collide in Phoenix

James R. Harrison
July 1, 2020

A motorcyclist is dead after a collision between a motorcycle and private bus in Phoenix. The accident occurred yesterday at about 11:00 a.m. at the intersection of 3rd Avenue and Osborn Road.

Jessie Andrade and Aracely Arvizu-Hernandez Killed in Phoenix Motorcycle Accident

Jonathan V. O'Steen
June 29, 2020

A motorcycle accident in Phoenix on Sunday afternoon has claimed the lives of Jessie Andrade and Aracely Arvizu-Hernandez. The deadly crash occurred at the intersection of 31st Avenue and Indian School Road.

Fatal Motorcycle Accident in Pine Raises Questions of Road Design

Jonathan V. O'Steen
June 16, 2020

A woman was killed as a result of a motorcycle accident on SR-87 near Nash Point and the driver sustained injuries that were not considered life-threatening.

Jeffery McAllister Dies from Injuries in Tucson Motorcycle Accident, Wife Injured

James R. Harrison
June 3, 2020

Jeffery McAllister has died from injuries he suffered last week in a motorcycle accident that also injured his wife. 

David Wampole Succumbs to Injuries Suffered in Motorcycle Accident

James R. Harrison
May 20, 2020

A driver speeding in a stolen car landed in jail after causing an accident that killed David Wampole and sent one other to the hospital on Wednesday evening. 

Cory Troutman Dies Following Tucson Motorcycle Accident

Jonathan V. O'Steen
May 17, 2020

Cory Troutman died as the result of injuries he received in a motorcycle accident on Friday night.  The crash occurred at 22nd Street and Swan Road in Tucson at about 8:42 p.m.

Motorcyclist Killed by Drunk Driver

James R. Harrison
April 23, 2020

An as-yet unidentified female motorcyclist died of injuries she received when a car turned in front of her in central Phoenix yesterday.  The 30-year-old woman was southbound on 20th Street just south of Highland Avenue when an impaired driver, later identified as Martez Lyle Begay, age 23, crossed her path.

Phoenix Motorcycle Accident Claims the Life of Erik Valenzuela

Jonathan V. O'Steen
April 8, 2020

Erik Valenzuela was killed after a vehicle collided with his motorcycle. The accident occurred this afternoon near 48th Avenue and Encanto Boulevard.

Dylan Wilke Killed in Tucson Motorcycle Accident

Van O'Steen
March 31, 2020

Tucson Police report that Dylan Wilke was killed in a motorcycle accident on Sunday evening at about 9:00 p.m. 

Magdi Nafeh Dies Following Motorcycle Accident in Tucson

James R. Harrison
March 29, 2020

Magdi A. Nafeh died of injuries he sustained in a motorcycle accident in Tucson on March 22nd. 

Two Sustain Critical Injuries After Motorcycle, Car Collide in Phoenix

James R. Harrison
March 6, 2020

An accident involving a motorcycle early this morning sent two people to the hospital with critical injuries. The crash occurred at the intersection of 68th Street and Bell Road in Phoenix just after midnight.

Michael Trousdale Killed in Tempe Hit-and-Run Accident

Jonathan V. O'Steen
March 3, 2020

The Arizona Department of Public Safety is asking for the public’s help in finding a driver who struck and killed a motorcyclist on US-60 on Monday.  Michael Trousdale was riding his black Harley-Davidson motorcycle on the 60 near McClintock Drive when he was struck. 

Aaron Reily Killed in Motorcycle Accident in Phoenix

Van O'Steen
February 27, 2020

A motorcycle accident claimed the life of Aaron Reily on Wednesday afternoon near 31st Avenue and Bell Road in Phoenix.

Martin Weston Dies of Injuries Following Accident in Cottonwood

James R. Harrison
February 27, 2020

An accident involving a motorcycle and a car in Cottonwood claimed the life of Martin Weston on Thursday morning.

Nicholas Lipari Dies in Motorcycle Accident with Two Cars

Van O'Steen
February 24, 2020

An accident between a motorcycle and two cars claimed the life of Nicholas Lipari on Monday morning. The collision occurred at the intersection of Park Place Drive and Wilmot Road.  

Motorcyclist Killed in Goodyear Accident

James R. Harrison
February 6, 2020

A motorcyclist has died after colliding with a vehicle near Litchfield Road and Indian School Road in Goodyear on Wednesday morning.

Two Injured After Motorcycle Crashes Into Tempe House

James R. Harrison
February 2, 2020

Two people sustained serious injuries after a motorcycle crashed into a house near Mill Avenue and Southern in Tempe.

Motorcycle and Pickup Truck Collide in Mesa

Jonathan V. O'Steen
January 25, 2020

A motorcycle and pickup truck collided in Mesa, sending both drivers to the hospital in serious condition on Friday afternoon.  

William Woodin Killed While Riding His Motorcycle on Glenn Street in Tucson

Jonathan V. O'Steen
January 21, 2020

William Woodin died as the result of injuries he received when his motorcycle collided with a car at the intersection of Treat Avenue and Glenn Street on Sunday afternoon at about 2:30. p.m.

Timothy Romanoski Killed in Motorcycle Accident in North Phoenix

Jonathan V. O'Steen
January 18, 2020

Timothy Romanoski was killed on Friday evening in a motorcycle accident that occurred at 35th Avenue and Union Hills Drive in Phoenix. According to investigators, Mr. Romanoski was operating his motorcycle eastbound on Union Hills Drive when a vehicle turned left in front of him.

Clayton Matheson Killed in Motorcycle Accident in Tucson

James R. Harrison
December 26, 2019

Clayton Matheson has died as a result of injuries he sustained in a motorcycle accident in Tucson last Thursday. According to investigators with the Tucson Police Department, Mr. Matheson collided into the rear passenger door of a Honda Accord at Speedway Boulevard and Olsen Avenue. Mr. Matheson was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.

Scottsdale Police Motorcycle Officer Injured During Traffic Stop

Kathryn K. McCormick
December 18, 2019

A Scottsdale Police motorcycle officer was injured during a routine traffic stop this morning when a green Ford pickup truck veered into the northbound median of Loop 101 and ran into the stopped car and officer’s motorcycle, pinning the officer and his bike against the median wall.

Phoenix Police Officer Blake Newman Dies in Motorcycle Accident

Jonathan V. O'Steen
December 17, 2019

Phoenix Police Officer Blake Newman died as a result of injuries he received when his motorcycle struck a curb, causing him to lose control and crash. Officer Newman was off-duty when the accident occurred near 95th Avenue and Maryland Avenue at about 11:00 p.m. on Monday night.

Tucson Motorcycle Accident Claims Life of Marco Sanchez

Van O'Steen
December 17, 2019

A motorcycle accident on Monday that occurred on Grant Road in Tucson claimed the life of Marco Antonio Sanchez.

Female Motorcyclist Dies in Accident with Semi-Truck

James R. Harrison
December 16, 2019

Accident investigators with the Lake Havasu City Police Department report that an as-yet unidentified female motorcyclist was killed in a collision with a semi-truck this morning at about 10:45 a.m.

Tucson Motorcycle Accident Claims Life of Dale Foxworthy

Van O'Steen
December 8, 2019

Tucson Police were called to the city’s north side on Wednesday evening in response to a collision between a motorcycle and an SUV.  Accident investigators determined that Dale Foxworthy was riding his motorcycle southbound on North Castro Avenue.  As he started to make a turn onto West Laguna Street, his bike was struck by an SUV that ran through a stop sign at the intersection.

Edward Ward Killed in Motorcycle Accident Near Tucson Mall

Van O'Steen
December 2, 2019

A collision between a motorcycle and a car near Tucson Mall on Wednesday afternoon left one man dead.  Edward Ward was on his motorcycle southbound in the curb lane of Oracle Road.  The as-yet unidentified driver of a Ford Escape was northbound on Oracle in the left turn lane.

Woman Critically Injured in Hit-and-Run Motorcycle Accident

Van O'Steen
November 18, 2019

A 19-year-old woman is in extremely critical condition following a hit-and-run accident on Sunday afternoon at Mohave Street and 7th Avenue.  Phoenix Police accident investigators report that a car driven by Cuauhtemoc Rodriguez Ibarra struck the motorcycle driven by an as-yet unidentified female.

Andrew Totten Killed in Motorcycle Accident in Tucson

James R. Harrison
November 15, 2019

A collision between a motorcycle and a car on Wednesday night claimed the life of Andrew Totten. Tucson Police Department accident investigators report that Mr. Totten was northbound on Alvernon Way in the inside lane when his motorcycle struck a Toyota Avalon that was turning onto Broadway Boulevard. 

Noah Clementson Killed in Phoenix Motorcycle Accident

Van O'Steen
November 13, 2019

Noah Clementson died from injuries he received when his motorcycle was struck from behind on Loop 101 in Phoenix.  The collision threw Mr. Clementson onto the roadway where he was struck by two other vehicles as he attempted to crawl to safety.

Dennis MacLean Killed in Motorcycle Accident in Bullhead City

Jonathan V. O'Steen
November 8, 2019

A motorcyclist died following a collision with a school bus early Wednesday morning.  Dennis Lawrence MacLean was northbound on Highway 95 when the bus, operated by the Bullhead City Elementary School District, turned left from Wolf Court onto Highway 95.  Mr. MacLean’s motorcycle struck the left side of the bus which had eight students on board.

Motorcycle Accident in Glendale Injures Two

O'Steen & Harrison, PLC
October 30, 2019

Two people are hospitalized in critical condition after the motorcycle they were riding collided with a van on Tuesday night in Glendale. 

Multi-Vehicle Accident Involving Motorcycle Sends Two to Hospital with Serious Injuries

O'Steen & Harrison, PLC
September 16, 2019

Two people were transported to a hospital early this morning following a crash between a tow truck, a minivan and a motorcycle.  Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office accident investigators report that the incident occurred in the vicinity of University Drive and Recker Road, near Main Street in Mesa.

Robert Welch Killed in Motorcycle Accident Outside Payson

Jonathan V. O'Steen
July 15, 2019

Robert Frank Welch and his girlfriend were northbound in the passing lane on Highway 87 about three miles south of Payson when the Harley Davidson they were riding was t-boned by a white Chevrolet Suburban on Saturday.

Samuel Quick Killed, Passenger Injured in Motorcycle Accident Caused by Impaired Driver

Jonathan V. O'Steen
July 13, 2019

Samuel Quick died as a result of injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident on Indian School Road near 41st Avenue in Phoenix on Thursday night.

Kenneth Shelley Killed in Motorcycle Accident in Mesa

Jonathan V. O'Steen
June 13, 2019

Kenneth Wayne Shelley died as the result of injuries he received last Friday when a car turned left in front of him as he was riding his motorcycle north on Dobson Road near Southern Avenue in Mesa.  The driver, identified as Anrisa Sukion, parked her vehicle and fled.

Kathryn Hanson of West Fargo Killed in Scottsdale Motorcycle Accident

James R. Harrison
June 12, 2019

Kathryn Hanson of West Fargo, North Dakota died as the result of injuries she received when the motorcycle on which she was a passenger collided with a sedan in Scottsdale.

Jesse Gerhardt Jr. and Tamara Kelley Suffer Serious Injuries in Prescott Motorcycle Accident

Jonathan V. O'Steen
May 29, 2019

Jesse Gerhardt, Jr. and Tamara Kelley sustained serious injuries in a motorcycle accident on Sunday. The accident occurred shortly after 5 p.m. at the intersection of Gurley Street and Overland Trail in Prescott.

Christopher Steffes Killed in Motorcycle Accident Outside Prescott Valley

Jonathan V. O'Steen
May 20, 2019

A motorcycle accident that occurred on Friday afternoon on Highway 89A near Prescott Valley has claimed the life of Christopher Steffes. The deadly accident was investigated by the Arizona Department of Public Safety. According to accident investigators, Mr. Steffes was southbound on Highway 89A near Legend Hills Drive when a sedan pulled out in front of him. He was wearing a helmet and appropriate safety equipment.

Edgar Acevedo Killed in Buckeye Motorcycle Accident

Van O'Steen
May 20, 2019

Edgar Miguel Acevedo was killed in a motorcycle accident on Miller Road in Buckeye on Sunday.

Motorcycle Accident in North Phoenix Claims Life of Korbin Massey

Jonathan V. O'Steen
May 12, 2019

Korbin Massey was killed as he rode his motorcycle northbound on Cave Creek Road near Utopia Road in north Phoenix on Saturday. Detectives report that a woman driving a Honda Civic was attempting to exit a private driveway to proceed southbound on Cave Creek Road when she turned left into the path of Mr. Massey's motorcycle.

Phoenix Police Investigating Motorcycle Accident that Killed Brannen Carter

James R. Harrison
April 28, 2019

Brannen Carter was killed on Saturday when the motorcycle he was riding was struck by another vehicle near 16th Street and Campbell in Phoenix.

Sean Barker Chases and Strikes Down Two Motorcyclists Outside Payson

Jonathan V. O'Steen
March 15, 2019

A man in a work truck chased down and intentionally struck two motorcyclists last week outside Payson, leaving one man with a broken ankle, five broken ribs and a punctured lung.  The hit-and-run collision occurred on Highway 87 about 35 miles south of Payson.

William Curran Killed in Motorcycle Accident in South Phoenix

Jonathan V. O'Steen
March 4, 2019

William Curran died as a result of injuries he sustained in a motorcycle accident that occurred on Sunday evening. According to accident investigators, Mr. Curran was operating his motorcycle near 48th Street and Baseline Road when a vehicle driven by Thane Dennison turned left into the path of the motorcycle.

Logan Will Killed in Motorcycle Accident on Power Road in Mesa

Jonathan V. O'Steen
March 4, 2019

An accident on Power Road near University Drive claimed the life of a motorcyclist on Friday evening.  Logan Will was riding his motorcycle southbound on Power Road in Mesa when a northbound vehicle turned left into his path.

Kevin Vazquez-Teran Killed in Phoenix Motorcycle Accident

Jonathan V. O'Steen
March 1, 2019

Kevin Vazquez-Teran was killed yesterday when a vehicle collided with his motorcycle at the intersection of 40th Street and Cactus Road in Phoenix. According to accident investigators, Mr. Vazquez-Teran was operating his motorcycle westbound on Cactus Road when the driver of a Nissan Altima turned left in front of him.

Gerald Dodson Killed in Hit-and-Run Accident

Jonathan V. O'Steen
January 22, 2019

Gerald Dodson died of injuries he received when his motorcycle collided with a car that was pulling into a parking lot on Southern Avenue near Val Vista Drive on Sunday evening. Aaron Powell was driving his car eastbound and turned left in front of Mr. Dodson's motorcycle. Powell fled the scene of the collision but returned several hours later.

Andrew Worth Killed in Motorcycle Accident Caused by Impaired Driver

Jonathan V. O'Steen
December 16, 2018

Andrew Worth was killed on Friday after his motorcycle was hit at the intersection of 53rd Avenue and Indian School Road in Phoenix.

Paul Parona Dies in Motorcycle Accident in Prescott

Van O'Steen
November 28, 2018

Paul Parona died from injuries he received in an accident while riding his motorcycle near the Frontier Village Shopping Center on Highway 69 in Prescott.

Stephen Florio Killed in Tucson Motorcycle Accident

O'Steen & Harrison, PLC
November 26, 2018

Stephen Florio died as the result of injuries he received in a motorcycle accident on Saturday afternoon.  Tucson Police investigators report that Mr. Florio was riding his Harley-Davidson westbound on 22nd Street near Fordham Drive when a sedan pulled in front of his motorcycle from a side street.

Ryan Latsch Killed in Motorcycle Accident in Chandler

Van O'Steen
October 23, 2018

Ryan Latsch was killed when his motorcycle collided with a car in Chandler on Monday night.

Motorcycle Accident in Apache Junction Claims Life of Clinton Pennington

O'Steen & Harrison, PLC
September 21, 2018

Clinton Pennington was killed as a result of a collision with a school bus in Apache Junction early this morning.

Renee Doty Dies Following Tucson Motorcycle Accident

Jonathan V. O'Steen
August 1, 2018

Renee Doty died as the result of injuries she received in a motorcycle accident on Stone Avenue on Sunday night.  Ms. Doty was the passenger on the back of a motorcycle that was northbound on Stone near Limberlost Drive.

Dalton Hall Killed in mesa Motorcycle Accident

Van O'Steen
July 27, 2018

Mesa Police have identified Dalton Hall as the rider killed in the motorcycle accident on McKellips Road in Mesa on Wednesday night. Mr. Hall was eastbound on McKellips when a vehicle traveling westbound turned left in front of him at 56th Street.

Fatal Motorcycle Accident Reported in Mesa

Van O'Steen
July 26, 2018

Accident investigators with the Mesa Police Department are reporting that a motorcyclist died of injuries he received in a collision with a car near McKellips Road and Alta Mesa Drive on Wednesday evening. The victim has not yet been identified. 

Cathy Coppes Killed in Head-On Motorcycle Accident Outside FLagstaff

O'Steen & Harrison, PLC
June 12, 2018

Cathy Coppes was killed when a suspected impaired driver crossed the centerline and collided head-on with her motorcycle.  The accident occurred on Sunday around 10:30 a.m. on U.S. 89 about 20 miles north of Flagstaff.   

Douglas St. Sarver Killed in Phoenix Motorcycle Accident

Van O'Steen
April 24, 2018

Douglas St. Sauver was killed Wednesday night when his motorcycle collided with a car at 51st Avenue and Roosevelt. A small, four-door car driven by an unidentified 24-year-old woman turned left into the motorcycle’s path.

Motorcycle Accident Near Sierra Vista Kills David Phillips

Van O'Steen
April 3, 2018

A head-on collision on SR-92 near Sierra Vista last Friday claimed the life of David Phillips. Mr. Phillips was operating his motorcycle southbound on SR-92 when a minivan driven by Branden Puffer crossed his path while making a left turn onto Saint Andrews Drive.

Motorcycle Accident in Scottsdale Claims Life of Kristopher Koch

Jonathan V. O'Steen
February 24, 2018

Kristopher Koch was killed in Thursday after his motorcycle collided with an SUV in Scottsdale. According to investigators with the Scottsdale Police Department, Mr. Koch was operating his motorcycle westbound on McDowell Road and crossing 64th Street when the SUV turned left in front of him.

Linda Gonzales Seriously Injured in Freak Motorcycle Accident

Van O'Steen
February 21, 2018

Linda Gonzales remains hospitalized in intensive care following a bizarre accident while riding a motorcycle driven by her fiancé, Ron Bondy. The couple was enjoying an afternoon ride near their home in the vicinity of Pantano and Irvington Roads on February 7th when the accident occurred. Near their destination, Mr. Bondy reached forward to activate a switch on the motorcycle, just as their motorcycle ran into a flat-braid rope suspended over the roadway. Ms. Gonzales took the full brunt of the force of the collision. Accident investigators reported the rope was tied to a tree on one side of the roadway and a mailbox on the other. They determined the couple was traveling at about 15 miles per hour.

Randy Zimmerman Killed When His Motorcycle Collides with SUV

Jonathan V. O'Steen
February 2, 2018

Randy Zimmerman was killed when his motorcycle smashed into the side of an SUV on Thursday morning. The Tucson Police Department responded to the accident at Stone Avenue and Blackridge Drive.

Fabian Arvizu and Victoria Arvizu Killed in Motorcycle Accident

O'Steen & Harrison, PLC
January 8, 2018

Fabian Arvizu, age 26, and his sister, Victoria Arvizu, age 16, were killed when the motorcycle on which they were riding crashed near 143rd Avenue and Vineyard in Goodyear around 6:00 p.m. on Sunday evening.  Both were Phoenix residents.

Christian Nagel Killed After Being Struck by Left-Turning Vehicle

Jonathan V. O'Steen
January 3, 2018

Christian Nagel was killed after another driver turned left in front of his motorcycle, causing a serious head-on collision.

Motorcycle Accident in Surprise Claims Life of Tyler Deskins

Jonathan V. O'Steen
December 6, 2017

A motorcycle accident in Surprise on Tuesday afternoon has claimed the life of Tyler Deskins. According to accident investigators, the motorcycle operated by Mr. Deskins collided with two vehicles in the intersection of Bell Road and Sunrise Boulevard. Mr. Deskins was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.

Cory Mork Awakens from Coma Following Motorcycle Accident

O'Steen & Harrison, PLC
November 14, 2017

Cory Mork has awakened from a month-long coma following an accident in early October that left him with broken bones in both legs, pelvis, hands, an elbow and a wrist.  He was injured after a wrong-way driver crossed the center line and struck Mr. Mork’s motorcycle head-on.

Robert Demar Killed in Fiery Motorcycle Accident on Loop 101

Jonathan V. O'Steen
October 31, 2017

A motorcycle accident on Loop 101 in North Scottsdale has claimed the life of Robert Demar. According to accident investigators with the Arizona Department of Public Safety, Mr. Demar stopped his disabled bike on the left shoulder of northbound Loop 101 and activated the hazard lights. A pickup truck then ran onto the shoulder and struck Mr. Demar and his motorcycle.

Juanita Garcia Killed in Tucson Motorcycle Accident

O'Steen & Harrison, PLC
October 2, 2017

Juanita Garcia died as the result of injuries she received Sunday night in an accident on South Nogales Highway.  Ms. Garcia was the passenger on a motorcycle that collided with a truck. 

Sabrina Gillis Killed in Motorcycle Accident in Phoenix

James R. Harrison
September 15, 2017

Sabrina Gillis died when the motorcycle on which she was a passenger collided with a car on Thursday.  The motorcycle was heading west on Union Hills Drive when a car turned left in front of it at 35th Avenue.

Celso Salinas-Mireles Killed by Red Light Runner

James R. Harrison
August 2, 2017

Celso Salinas-Mireles was killed Tuesday morning when a woman reportedly ran a red light and crashed into his motorcycle. The tragic accident occurred near 12th Street and Missouri. The crash was investigated by the Phoenix Police Department and the driver of the vehicle was cited for a red light violation and driving without a driver's license.

Cindy Meade Killed by Wrong-Way Driver on I-17

Jonathan V. O'Steen
July 5, 2017

A wrong-way driver sideswiped several cars as he drove north in the southbound lanes of Interstate 17 on Tuesday afternoon. Darroll Roberts ran over motorcyclist Cindy Lee Meade, killing her instantly.  The wrong-way vehicle traveled for several hundred feet more until it stopped after striking a guardrail.

Jacqueline Castillo Loses Foot in Motorcycle Accident

Jonathan V. O'Steen
June 6, 2017

Jacqueline Castillo was seriously injured when her motorcycle was struck by a hit-and-run driver early Sunday morning.

Luke Miller Killed in Motorcycle Accident in Cornville

James R. Harrison
May 23, 2017

Luke Miller was killed on Monday night when he lost control of his motorcycle and slid across the westbound lane of SR-89 and into a guardrail on Cornville Road.

Michael Martel Killed in Motorcycle Accident on SR-51

Jonathan V. O'Steen
May 13, 2017

Michael Martel was killed late Friday in a collision involving three vehicles on SR-51 just south of Indian School Road in Phoenix.

Nancy Roberge Killed After Motorist Failed to Yield

Jonathan V. O'Steen
May 11, 2017

Nancy Roberge was killed last Friday when a motorist failed to yield and turned in front of her motorcycle.

Two Motorcycles Collide on SR-87 Near Fountain Hills

Van O'Steen
May 6, 2017

One motorcyclist has died and another remains hospitalized in serious condition after two motorcycles collided on SR-87 near Saguaro Lake on Saturday afternoon.

Oswaldo Lopez Killed in Motorcycle Accident

Jonathan V. O'Steen
May 4, 2017

Oswaldo Lopez died of injuries he received when his motorcycle was struck by a car at the intersection of Campbell and the Benson Highway in Tucson on Thursday.

Jarhet Gutierrez Killed in Motorcycle Accident

Jonathan V. O'Steen
May 2, 2017

Jarhet Gutierrez was killed when she was thrown from a motorcycle Tuesday morning near 28th Street and Baseline Road in Phoenix. 

Braxton Lefton Killed After Motorcycle Hit Head-On

Jonathan V. O'Steen
May 1, 2017

The driver of a pickup truck crossed the center line of State Route 95 into oncoming traffic where her vehicle struck and killed a motorcyclist Saturday.  The tragic accident occurred near Retail Way.

Jayme Salazar Killed in Motorcycle Accident Near Skull Valley

Jonathan V. O'Steen
May 1, 2017

Jayme Salazar, a well-known businessman in Prescott, was killed on Friday when his motorcycle was struck by a pickup truck on Iron Springs Road near Skull Valley.

Andrew Franklin and Toya Franklin Killed in Motorcycle Accident

Van O'Steen
April 25, 2017

A motorcycle accident near Benson has claimed the lives of Andrew Tomko Franklin and Toya Marlene Franklin.

Michael Maffei Killed in Motorcycle Accident in Tempe

James R. Harrison
April 24, 2017

Michael Maffei of Fountain Hills was killed after his motorcycle collided with a vehicle on Loop 101 near Broadway Road in Tempe.

Andrew Woulard Killed in Motorcycle Accident in Peoria

Van O'Steen
March 30, 2017

Andrew Woulard, age 23 of Phoenix, died of injuries he sustained on March 18th when a car traveling eastbound on Thunderbird Road turned north onto 75th Avenue in front of his motorcycle.

SUV Strikes, Injures Motorcyclist in Tempe

Van O'Steen
March 24, 2017

A motorcyclist was struck by a SUV that was turning left near Guadalupe and Rural roads in Tempe late Friday afternoon. According to Tempe Police Department accident investigators, the motorcyclie was northbound on Rural Road when the SUV turned left in front of him.  The collision caused the SUV to roll.

Roger Gonzalez-McDaniel Killed in Intersection Accident

O'Steen & Harrison, PLC
March 16, 2017

Roger Gonzalez-McDaniel died Friday after his motorcycle struck a car making a turn onto Mission Road in the Silverlake area. Mr. Gonzalez-McDaniel was transported to a Tucson hospital where he passed away.

Van Collides with Two Motorcycles Near Mesa

O'Steen & Harrison, PLC
February 26, 2017

Two motorcycles collided with a van on Saturday afternoon in the southeast Valley between the cities of Mesa and Apache Junction.  The accident occurred near Signal Butte Road and Apache Trail as the van crossed Main Street.

Steven Slager Killed in Gilbert Motorcycle Accident

Jonathan V. O'Steen
February 26, 2017

Steven Slager was killed early Saturday evening in a motorcycle accident near the intersection of Power and Guadalupe in Gilbert. According to investigators with the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office, the crash occurred when a vehicle turned left in front of Mr. Slager's motorcycle.

Daniel Cox and Pearle Perl Killed in motorcycle Accident

James R. Harrison
February 22, 2017

Daniel Cox and Pearle Perl died Wednesday when their motorcycle was struck by a truck as they passed through the intersection at Golf Links Road and Wilmot in Tucson.

Cornelius Wouters Killed in Phoenix Motorcycle Accident

Jonathan V. O'Steen
February 5, 2017

Cornelius Wouters was killed when his motorcycle collided with a car near Cave Creek Road and Union Hills Drive on Saturday afternoon. Debris from the accident caused a second motorcycle to crash, injuring an as-yet unidentified woman. She was transported to the hospital in critical condition.

Joseph Martorelli Killed in Phoenix Motorcycle Accident

Van O'Steen
January 3, 2017

Joseph Martorelli was killed Friday night when a pickup truck turned left in front of his motorcycle at Union Hills and 51st Avenue in Phoenix.

Brandon Wilson Killed in Motorcycle Crash Outside Prescott

James R. Harrison
November 26, 2016

Brandon Wilson of Skull Valley was killed in a motorcycle accident early Friday afternoon near Iron Springs and Dosie Pit Roads outside Prescott.

Chandler Couple Killed in Crash in San Diego

Jonathan V. O'Steen
October 17, 2016

People celebrating the annual La Raza motorcycle rally at Chicano Park in San Diego’s Barrio Logan neighborhood were terrified when a pickup truck sailed off an elevated freeway and landed on top of a vendor’s booth, killing four people and injuring eight or nine others.  

Paul Seebeck and Dale Smith Killed in Motorcycle Crash

James R. Harrison
October 3, 2016

Paul Russell Seebeck of Bullhead City and Dale Martin Smith of Topock were killed in a motorcycle accident last Friday afternoon.  Bullhead City police accident investigators determined that Mr. Seebeck was driving the motorcycle while Mr. Smith was his passenger.

Christopher Campbell Killed in Tucson Motorcycle Accident

O'Steen & Harrison, PLC
October 2, 2016

Christopher Campbell was killed Saturday night when his motorcycle collided with a 2006 Saturn.  Accident investigators determined that Mr. Campbell was eastbound on Pima in the inside lane between North Wilmot and North Craycroft roads.  His motorcycle struck the passenger side of the Saturn as it turned left onto Sahuaro Road.

Couple's High-Speed Chase Ends in Fatality

James R. Harrison
September 26, 2016

A violent domestic dispute turned deadly when a wife in a SUV pursued her husband at high speeds until he crashed his motorcycle into a lamp post, killing him instantly.  Jennie Jones-Hurdlow and her husband, Brian E. Hurdlow, were embroiled in a domestic dispute that began Saturday evening.  The argument continued through late Sunday morning as Brian left their house for a trip to the nearby convenience store. Jones-Hurdlow followed him in her SUV.

Phillip Grant Killed in Motorcycle Accident on U.S. 60

Van O'Steen
September 15, 2016

An accident claimed the life of a motorcyclist during the Thursday afternoon rush hour on U.S. 60 near the Mill Avenue exit.  Phillip Grant of Chandler was riding his motorcycle in the HOV lane when he collided with another vehicle. This first impact sent Mr. Grant into a second vehicle in the adjacent lane.  A Tempe Fire Department spokesman said Mr. Grant laid his bike down before being thrown into traffic where he was struck.

John Whiteside Dies in Motorcycle Collision

James R. Harrison
August 31, 2016

John Whiteside of Cibola, Arizona died when his motorcycle collided with an SUV in Palm Desert on Thursday afternoon.  Mr. Whiteside was southbound on Cook Street when his motorcycle collided with a Mercedes SUV that was turning left onto Frank Sinatra Drive.

Rider Seriously Injured in Motorcycle Accident on Willow Creek Road in Prescott

Jonathan V. O'Steen
August 30, 2016

A 60-year-old man suffered serious injuries in a motorcycle accident this afternoon near Willow Creek Road and College Heights in Prescott.

Border Patrol Agent Manuel Alvarez Killed in Motorcycle Accident

O'Steen & Harrison, PLC
August 12, 2016

Manuel Alvarez was killed when he collided with another agent as they patrolled Arizona’s southern border last Friday morning.  According to Border Patrol Chief Paul A. Beeson, Mr. Alvarez was a 13-year veteran of the Casa Grande Station of the Tucson Sector.

Kevin Terry Dies in Glendale Motorcycle Crash

Jonathan V. O'Steen
July 4, 2016

Kevin Douglas Terry was killed over the weekend when the motorcycle he was riding was struck by a pickup truck. The incident occurred at the intersection of 45th Avenue and Camelback Road in Glendale.

Glendale Police Department accident investigators report that Mr. Terry apparently was heading east on Camelback when his motorcycle was struck by the pickup truck traveling north on 45th Avenue, causing the truck to flip and come to rest on its side.

Rodrigo Ortega Saldate Killed in Motorcycle Crash

Jonathan V. O'Steen
June 15, 2016

Rodrigo Ortega Saldate died of injuries he received in a crash Wednesday morning around 6:00 a.m. Mr. Ortega Saldate was riding his three-wheeled Can-Am Spyder motorcycle westbound on Speedway Boulevard when an eastbound Ford Transit van turned left onto Main Avenue in front of him.

Michael Robert Killed in Motorcycle Crash

James R. Harrison
June 15, 2016

Michael Robert was killed Tuesday night just outside Marana when his motorcycle was struck by a truck towing a trailer. Mr. Robert was traveling southbound on Trico Road when a westbound truck driven by David Huntley ran through an intersection stop sign.

Motorcycle Accident Near Pine Critically Injures Two

Van O'Steen
May 24, 2016

A motorcyclist and his passenger were both critically injured Saturday when their bike struck a vehicle head-on.  Neither rider on the bike has, as yet, been identified by law enforcement accident investigators.

Tyler Woelfersheim Killed in Green Valley Motorcycle Crash

James R. Harrison
May 20, 2016

Tyler Woelfersheim was killed Thursday evening in Green Valley when his motorcycle was struck by a car making a left-hand turn. Pima County Sheriff’s Department accident investigators report that Mr. Woelfersheim was westbound on Continental at about 7:40 p.m.  The driver of an eastbound car turned north onto Abrego Drive, into the path of Mr. Woelfersheim’s motorcycle.

Michael Freeman Killed in Hit-and-Run Motorcycle Accident

James R. Harrison
May 10, 2016

Michael Freeman was killed Friday evening when a vehicle exiting a private drive pulled directly into the path of his motorcycle.  The driver fled the scene, which was captured on surveillance video. Accident investigators with the Glendale Police Department say that Mr. Freeman reportedly was traveling west on Northern Avenue at 51st Avenue when the tragic incident occurred.  Mr. Freeman attempted to lay down his motorcycle, but was unable to avoid the fatal collision.

Juan Manuel Mosqueira Dies in Motorcycle Crash

Van O'Steen
April 26, 2016

Juan Manuel Mosqueira died Tuesday morning when his motorcycle collided with a Peterbilt garbage truck.  The accident occurred around 8:00 a.m. near Valencia and Country Club Roads. Bystanders rendered first aid until Tucson Fire Department paramedics arrived.  In spite of their efforts, Mr. Mosqueira succumbed to his injuries.

Vincent Reid Killed, Four-Year-Old Son Injured in motorcycle Accident

Jonathan V. O'Steen
April 23, 2016

Vincent Reid was killed Saturday morning when his motorcycle collided with a garbage truck near 40th Street and Baseline Road.  A Phoenix Fire Department spokeswoman said Mr. Reid was pronounced dead at the scene. His four-year-old son was a passenger on the motorcycle when the accident occurred. 

Ronald Hicks Arrested for Fatal Hit-and-Run Motorcycle Crash

James R. Harrison
April 14, 2016

Ronald Luster Hicks was arrested in connection with a fatal crash that occurred on April 7th at Northern and 19th Avenue in Phoenix.  One motorcycle rider was killed and another seriously injured in the tragic traffic incident.  The injured rider required an amputation.

Derek Pyle Killed by Unlicensed Driver Who Struck His Motorcycle

James R. Harrison
April 4, 2016

Derek Pyle, age 48 of Surprise, was killed Saturday afternoon when his motorcycle was rear-ended by a SUV driven by an unidentified 16-year-old unlicensed driver. The collision forced Mr. Pyle’s bike into another vehicle.

Karim Harrison Killed in Motorcycle Accident on I-17

Jonathan V. O'Steen
March 28, 2016

Karim Harrison died early Sunday morning as a result of injuries sustained in an accident on Interstate 17 in Phoenix. According to investigators with the Arizona Department of Public Safety, Mr. Harrison was riding his motorcycle southbound on Interstate 17 and transitioning to eastbound Interstate 10 when he went off the roadway. Mr. Harrison entered the desert area off the freeway and was thrown from his motorcycle.

David Falco Pleads Guilty to Reckless Manslaughter and Endangerment in Death of Shawn Sather

Van O'Steen
March 23, 2016

On July 30, 2015, I wrote about a tragic motorcycle accident that claimed the life of Shawn Sather. David Falco was on the Loop 303 when he collided with the motorcycle driven by Mr. Sather. Mr. Falco has pled guilty to reckless manslaughter and endangerment in Maricopa County Superior Court earlier this month. He will be sentenced on April 22, 2016.

Michael Salinel Dies in Rear-End Motorcycle Collision

Jonathan V. O'Steen
January 24, 2016

Michael G. Salinel died when his motorcycle became pinned between two cars involved in a multiple vehicle crash on Saturday night.  

Craig Ammerman Dies in New Mexico Motorcycle Accident

Van O'Steen
January 23, 2016

Craig Ammerman of Tucson died when his motorcycle collided with a van Friday on Interstate 10 outside Deming.  The cause of the accident is unclear, as both the motorcycle and the van were headed in the same direction.