Billings, MT - Motorcyclist Hospitalized After Police Chase, Crash on Briarwood Blvd

Billings, MT (November 27, 2024) – According to officers with the Billings Police Department and Montana Highway Patrol  (MHP) troopers, a man is facing charges and two misdemeanors following a police chase and motorcycle crash in Billings on Tuesday.

Authorities first spotted a car that was reportedly fleeing from Billings Police after an attempted traffic stop for driving under the influence. When the troopers attempted to pull the fleeing car over, the driver sped up to evade law enforcement on Blue Creek Road. Shortly thereafter, once the driver turned onto Briarwood Boulevard, he struck a motorcyclist, hitting the bike and causing it to crash.

The motorcyclist, a 70-year-old man, sustained serious head injuries and was rushed to the hospital. However, it’s unknown if anybody else was hurt in the crash. In the meantime, the incident remains under active inquiry, and no additional information has been disclosed. Witnesses were asked to step forward during the interim.

Our thoughts are with the injured victim and his family members at this time.

Motorcycle Accidents in Montana

Every year throughout the country, nearly 5,000 motorcyclists are killed in collisions, with more than 80% of all motorcycle crashes resulting in an injury or fatality to one of the persons involved. Unsurprisingly, these incidents are much more serious than typical vehicle collisions because there is minimal protection for motorcycle riders from severe, often fatal, injuries that are caused by the inattentive drivers of much larger vehicles or trucks. Considering the lack of airbags and seatbelts to support motorcyclists in the event of an accident, it’s unfortunately common to see victims sustain life-threatening injuries or fatal wounds as a result.

Here at Holloway & Hulling, our exceptional ability to advocate for your best interests directly results from our comprehensive understanding of Montana’s laws, the unique challenges of local regulations, and the specific workings of the local court system. We recognize that each vehicle collision involves its own unique set of complications. Thus, our knowledge is indispensable when you and your family negotiate with insurance companies, navigate the intricacies of Montana’s comparative negligence laws, or calculate the fair value of your claim in light of medical expenses and lost wages.

Throughout every step of your claim, our team at Holloway & Hulling is dedicated to delivering a legal strategy customized to your unique needs. If a motorcycle accident has occurred through no fault of your own or resulted in the death of your loved one, please get in touch with our personal injury attorneys right away. Contact our Billings personal injury lawyers immediately at (406) 880-7424 to learn more about how we can help you and your family today.

Notes: Our team collects data on accidents in Montana from multiple external sources such as news outlets, police records, social media, and direct accounts from witnesses. We have not independently verified the specifics of this particular incident. Should you encounter any discrepancies in our content, please contact Holloway & Hulling. We will make necessary corrections or remove the information promptly.

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