Motorist charged after Nov. 27 crash along Raeford Road
November 27, 2024 | Fayetteville, NC
One person died and another is facing criminal charges after a Nov. 27 passenger vehicle vs. motorcycle accident in Fayetteville.
The Fayetteville Police Department says 37-year-old Raeford resident Aaron Merle was driving a 2022 Yamaha motorcycle westbound along Raeford Road when an eastbound vehicle attempted a left turn at the Strickland Bridge Road shopping center and collided with the bike around 7 p.m.
Aaron Merle was fatally injured on Nov. 27 when a passenger vehicle struck the motorcycle he was driving along Raeford Road in Fayetteville.
Merle was rushed to Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, where he tragically passed away.
The 37-year-old woman driving the eastbound vehicle was charged with death by motor vehicle and failure to yield right of way.
MOTORCYCLE CRASH INVESTIGATION
This accident underscores the dangers that motorcyclists face on our roadways each day. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were 6,218 motorcyclists killed or injured on U.S. roadways in 2022.
Candice Bond, an experienced motorcycle accident attorney, said in such cases, it is imperative to preserve evidence through an independent probe.
“In addition to a police report, an attorney will carefully review what may have contributed to the crash,” said Bond, Managing Partner at Bond Legal. “Your lawyer has the resources to hire expert witnesses, conduct drivers’ background checks, locate witnesses to the crash and review applicable insurance coverage. Serving as an advocate, an attorney can help compassionately guide the heartbroken family of a victim during this difficult time, protecting their legal rights while ensuring that a driver is held accountable after disobeying traffic laws.”
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
Pending the investigation, the family of Aaron Merle may pursue a wrongful death claim. Family members of wrongful death victims may seek damages for loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic accident such as this.
"In the wake of a catastrophic accident, families deserve peace of mind. Completing an independent investigation while big insurance corporations want to weaken your case requires an attorney with full knowledge of the complex legal process and resources to fight by your side.
"Losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence is an unimaginable tragedy. While no amount of compensation can bring them back, an experienced attorney can hold responsible parties accountable and help secure justice for your family."
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