Accident at Air Expressway and Nevada Avenue kills Adelanto residents, officials say
VICTORVILLE, CA, (January 11, 2025) - A motorcycle operator and his passenger were fatally injured in a collision with a car Saturday afternoon in Victorville, the San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department said.
Gerrell Nellum, 35, and Naybe Guillen, 45, both of Adelanto, lost their lives in a crash between a motorcycle and a car Saturday afternoon in Victorville, authorities said.
The tragedy unfolded around 3:30 p.m. at Air Expressway and Nevada Avenue, officials said.
According to authorities, a man and woman riding on the bike—identified as Gerrell Nellum, 35, and Naybe Guillen, 45, both of Adelanto—died at the scene from injuries. The driver of the car, a Volkswagen Passat, was transported to the hospital. Details about what happened leading up to the crash were not immediately available.
The Victorville Police Department has urged anyone with information to contact them at (760) 241-2911.
This remains an ongoing investigation.
CRASH INVESTIGATION NEEDED
“Motorcycle riders are arguably the most vulnerable motorists on the roadways, given the fact that there are no airbags or sturdy windows to protect them from an impact,” said Candice Bond, Managing Partner of Bond Legal.
In 2017, 5,172 motorcyclists died in motorcycle crashes, down 3% from 5,337 in 2016, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).
“An accident reconstruction team is sometimes needed to help piece together what happened. All of these resources are necessary for helping clients receive monetary compensation for damages or a loss following a collision,” said Bond, an experienced accident attorney.
Bond stressed that in cases such as this, it is imperative to have an independent investigation into the crash conducted by a seasoned lawyer to protect the rights of the victim’s family.
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
Pending the investigation, the family of Naybe Guillen and Gerrell Nellum may be entitled to a wrongful death claim. Family members of wrongful death victims may seek damages for loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following a catastrophic accident.
“The stress and sorrow can be extremely overwhelming after losing a loved one in an accident,” said Bond, a national legal analyst for Newsline.
“A wrongful death lawyer will stay updated on the official investigation and help ensure that the victim's legal rights and best interests are protected.”
Newsline's national legal analyst Candice Bond is experienced in motorcycle accidents, and if you or a family member need help she's available for a free consultation to guide you.
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