An active police investigation is underway in Lompoc following a collision Monday night that prompted several emergency responders to gather. Two major streets were also temporarily closed to address the situation.
Highlights
- West Central Avenue and Western Avenue were closed to traffic on Monday evening.
- Fatal collision involving a motorcycle and passenger vehicle
- Passenger of the motorcycle has died, the driver of the motorcycle is in critical condition.
The incident occurred around 9:20 p.m. on July 14. Lompoc police closed both West Central Avenue and Western Avenue shortly after the crash involving a motorcycle and a passenger vehicle.
Emergency responders were dispatched to the intersection and discovered two male occupants of the motorcycle had sustained severe injuries. Life-saving efforts were administered by police, fire, and EMTs. Both individuals were taken to area hospitals. Unfortunately, the adult male rider later succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased. The juvenile rider is currently in critical condition.
The driver of the vehicle involved remained at the scene, was not injured, and is cooperating with investigators. At this time, it does not appear drugs or alcohol played a factor in the collision.
The intersection of W Central Ave and Western Ave was temporarily closed to facilitate the investigation and ensure public safety.
The identity of the deceased is being withheld pending notification of next of kin. Anyone with information regarding the incident is encouraged to contact the Lompoc Police Department.
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Friday night is LHS Cruz night in Lompoc for some kind of fundraiser.
Should be good.
There are some great cars in the north county.
Really, you are ignoring the death and injury to promote car shows? Please find a more appropriate place to do that.
Those 2 roads to Surf are high speed runs and have taken many lives over the years.