Collision between Harley Davidson and Nissan Occurred Tuesday Morning on North Broadway Street
KNOXVILLE, TN, (July 08, 2025) - A 21-year-old motorcyclist was tragically killed Tuesday morning in a crash involving a vehicle in Knoxville, according to local authorities.
Kodie Morocco died Tuesday after his motorcycle collided with an SUV on North Broadway in Knoxville.
Police reported that Kodie Morocco, of Knoxville, was riding a Harley Davidson northbound on North Broadway Street around 8:45 a.m. when his motorcycle struck the passenger side of a Nissan Xterra. The Nissan was reportedly attempting to cross all four lanes of Broadway from Old Broadway and enter a shopping center when the collision occurred.
Morocco sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
FATAL MOTORCYCLE ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION
The Knoxville Police Department's crash reconstruction team continues to investigate the accident that claimed the life of Kodie Morocco.
Motorcyclists remain among the most vulnerable road users. According to data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, over 6,000 motorcyclists were killed in crashes across the U.S. in 2022—accounting for 15% of all traffic fatalities. Motorcyclists were also 27 times more likely than passenger vehicle occupants to die in a crash per vehicle mile traveled in 2017.
Candice Bond, Managing Partner at Bond Legal, stressed the importance of independent investigations in such cases. These investigations examine critical factors including driver error, road conditions, and possible impairment.
“Motorcycle accident victims who sustain injuries at the expense of a negligent motorist are subject to a personal injury lawsuit, where they may receive compensation for damages,” said Bond, a national legal analyst for The Legal Advocate. “However, in cases where another motorist or entity’s negligence results in another person’s death, surviving family members are entitled to a wrongful death lawsuit following the loss of their loved one.”
She added, “While no amount of money can replace a lost loved one, the importance of contacting and securing a wrongful death lawyer cannot be stressed enough. It is a wrongful death attorney’s duty to assist families whose lives have been suddenly impacted. Our goal is to help those affected ultimately work toward rebuilding normalcy after an untimely death.”
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
Pending the results of the investigation, the family members of Kodie Morocco may be entitled to pursue a wrongful death claim. Such claims allow families to seek compensation for loss of love and companionship, funeral expenses, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following a sudden and tragic loss.
Candice Bond, Of Counsel at Bond Legal, emphasized the importance of legal representation in these cases.
“The stress and sorrow can be extremely overwhelming if you, a friend, or family member have suffered a personal injury or the loss of a loved one following an accident,” Bond said. “We understand what victims and families of victims are forced to go through, and having their rights protected is vital. A wrongful death lawyer will stay abreast of the official investigation and help ensure that their legal rights and best interests are protected.”
Candice Bond, national legal analyst for Newsline, is skilled in handling motorcycle accident cases. Contact her for a free consultation if you or a loved one needs legal guidance.
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