INJURED IN AN ACCIDENT?

[09-28-2025] Monterey County, CA – 40-Year-Old Motorcyclist Killed in Collision with Pickup Truck at San Juan Road and San Miguel Canyon Road

A 40-year-old man from Fresno was killed in a collision with a pickup truck in Monterey County on Sunday night, September 28, 2025.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 8:40 p.m. at the intersection of San Juan Road and San Miguel Canyon Road.

The motorcyclist was riding a Kawasaki motorcycle east on San Juan Road, approaching San Miguel Canyon Road, when he collided with a 52-year-old man from Castroville, who was driving a gray Ford pickup and attempting to make a left turn onto San Miguel Canyon Road.

The motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene, while the Ford driver was uninjured. The identity of the deceased motorcyclist will be released once his next of kin are notified.

CHP is continuing to investigate the collision.

Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?

Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:

Check yourself for any injuries.
Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
Seek immediate medical attention.
Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.

What A Lawyer Can Do For You

Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.