Press Release

Motorcycle Accident On Avenue 3E

Date:

12/10/2009 (Last updated: 12/11/2009)

Summary:

Gerardo Torres Sr. was operating his motorcycle southbound on Avenue 3E when he lost control of the motorcycle and fell to the ground.

Contact:

Sgt. Clint NorredPublic Information OfficerQuality Assurance

On 12-10-09 at 1716 hours Gerardo Torres Sr. (age 46) was operating his 2007 Harley Davidson motorcycle southbound on Avenue 3E approaching County 14th Street. Torres lost control of the motorcycle and fell to the ground. Torres sustained head injuries and was transported to Yuma Regional Medical Center. He was not wearing a helmet. The cause of the accident is under investigation and alcohol is not believed to be a factor.

Anyone with information on this case is encouraged to contact Officer Jeff Auricchio at the Yuma Police Department’s Traffic Enforcement Unit (928)783-4421 or 78-CRIME to remain anonymous.

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