Alan Clark ID'd as Motorcyclist Killed in Traffic Collision on Euclid Avenue in Upland
Upland, California (September 13, 2021) – The San Bernardino County Sheriff-Coroner's Office has identified the motorcyclist who died Friday evening following a traffic collision in Upland as Alan Bruce Clark, 29, of Upland.
The deadly crash occurred at around 5:45 p.m. Friday, September 10, on Euclid Avenue between 13th and 14th streets.
Clark was riding his motorcycle northbound on Euclid Avenue when, for unknown reasons, he collided with a car, authorities said.
Fatal Motorcycle Accident on Euclid Avenue in Upland
According to the coroner, Clark was declared deceased at the scene at 6:03 p.m.
The driver involved stopped at the scene and was cooperative, authorities said.
The Upland Police Department is investigating the crash.
The safe riding of a motorcycle can help reduce the number of motorcycle accidents that happen every day. Motorcyclists should be aware of the safety challenges that riders face while on California roadways and know how to respond to them. Such challenges include; Risky motorcycle riding practices like weaving at unsafe speeds, downshifting, reduced visibility by other road users, size of the motorcycle compared to other vehicles, among others.
Tips for Safe Riding of Motorcycles
- Ensure you are properly licensed before riding a motorcycle.
- Practice how to operate a motorcycle properly.
- Wear the proper protection.
- Ride responsibly.