Kentucky Motorcycle Accident: Rowan County Motorcycle Wreck Causes Death Near Menifee
Three people had to be airlifted to the hospital after wrecks while riding motorcycles along n Rowan County along highway 1274 near the Menifee County line.
Kentucky State Police say the first accident happened after an automobile dropped off the right side of the road, over-corrected, and crossed into oncoming traffic. Two motorcyclists were unable to get out of the way.
Both motorcyclists were flown to the hospital where one person, 64 year old Bruce Miller from Grayson Kentucky was pronounced dead.
The driver and passenger of the car were conscious and alert but also taken to the hospital.
The wreck backed up traffic along 1274 for hours. As the back-up got worse some drivers chose to turn around, including a separate group of bikers.
Police say four motorcycles came around a tight curve on the road, only three would continue on.
State Troopers say a man nearly 80 year old lost control around a bend and collided with a rock wall.
He was also taken by helicopter to the hospital but police say he was taken with non-life threatening injuries.
Bahe Cook Cantley & Jones lawyer Larry Jones, who is experienced representing victims of motorcycle accidents, says, "Motorcycles can be fun but are also very dangerous because riders are left exposed to dangers that drivers of cars don't need to be concerned about. Unfortunately, motorcycle wrecks usually lead to serious injuries or even death. Thus, motorcycle riders should always drive defensively to avoid careless drivers."
For more information about the rights of those injured or killed in motorcycle accidents, visit http://www.kentuckyinjurylaw.com/
