In Escondido, a morning ride turned tragic yesterday when a 16-year-old boy met with a fatal motorcycle accident on Bear Valley Parkway, near Canyon Road. According to information shared by the Escondido Police Department, the young rider, accompanied by another juvenile motorcyclist, lost control of his bike after hitting the right curb. Despite the efforts of witnesses who rushed to provide aid, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
The identity of the deceased has not been disclosed, as the investigation continues into the circumstances surrounding the incident. Early reports suggest that neither alcohol nor drugs was a contributing factor in the collision.
While the aftermath saw both directions of Bear Valley Parkway shut down for hours, officers worked to piece together the unfortunate events that unfolded, according to the official statement.
