Coroner Identify Motorcyclist Killed in Crash on 5 Freeway near Grapevine Road in Bakersfield as Leroy Jefferson Jr.

Bakersfield, California (May 4, 2020) – The Kern County Coroner’s Office has identified the motorcyclist who was killed in a traffic accident Saturday evening in Bakersfield.

Leroy Jefferson Jr., 56, died in the crash that happened at about 7:00 p.m. Saturday, May 2, on Interstate 5 Freeway, just south of Grapevine Road.

According to the authorities, a semi-truck was traveling in the southbound lanes of Interstate 5 when it collided with a motorcycle driven by Jefferson.

Jefferson was declared dead at the scene.

The accident caused the closure of all lanes of Interstate 5.

An investigation into the accident is underway.

“Far too many motorcycle collisions are caused by the carelessness or recklessness of other motorists. Sadly, when this occurs, motorcyclists are the ones who tend to suffer the vast majority of injuries”, according to Arin Khodaverdian, Managing Partner and CEO Alpine Law Group. Under California’s rule of comparative negligence, a victim may be able to collect compensation for injuries and other damages even if you were partly at fault for the accident.

Mr. Khodaverdian has worked for many years as a wrongful death and personal injury attorney. He and his team of attorneys has helped thousands of injury victims and their families recover over $100 million in compensation. “In one case, we recovered a 7-figure settlement within 11 business days of being hired by the family of a victim who was killed by a negligent driver.”

Swift action by an experienced attorney helps preserve evidence, interview witnesses, and begin to pursue those responsible for the incident.

Mr. Khodaverdian is personally available for free consultations 24/7 by calling 866-773-0222