Phoenix, AZ – UPDATE: Bill Mussell Killed in Motorcycle Accident at Thunderbird Rd

Phoenix, AZ (November 11, 2019) –

A motorcyclist died Friday after colliding into the side of another vehicle in north Phoenix.

The crash occurred just before 7 p.m. in the 2100 block of West Thunderbird Road.

Bill J. Mussell, 23, was traveling west on Thunderbird Road when he struck the side of a 2017 Nissan Versa traveling in the opposite direction. The Nissan was attempting to make a left-handed turn into the private drive of an apartment complex, according to a press release Saturday from the Phoenix Police Department.

The motorcyclist was taken to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead. He was wearing a helmet while driving a 2006 Harley Davidson, police say.

According to Mussell’s Facebook page, he was from Seligman and studying at Arizona State University.

The 20-year-old woman driving the Nissan was not injured in the collision, according to the press release.

While it was at the exit of the apartment complex, a 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche driven by a 23-year-old man was also struck by the Nissan as it rotated upon impact by the motorcycle, police said. He was not injured, police added.

Both drivers of the Nissan and Chevrolet were determined not to be impaired, according to the press release. Their names were not released by police Saturday. 

No criminal charges had been filed as of 9 a.m. Saturday, according to Detective Luis Samudio, a spokesperson for Phoenix police. 

The investigation is ongoing. 

Our condolences go out to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with any injured victims in hopes of a full recovery.

Fatal Motorcycle Wrecks in Arizona

A recent report published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration showed that motorcycle accidents have more than doubled in the past 25 years. In fact, numerous fatalities and injuries were reported in 2018 alone. And across the country, crash statistics show that nearly 15 percent of highway deaths occurred due to motorcycle accidents.

Oftentimes, the nature of these wrecks means that victims and their families experience tragic, unforeseen consequences. Long-term physical problems, costly medical bills, and even job loss or death may result from a motorcycle crash. But those affected by these injurious or fatal motorcycle wrecks can contact a Phoenix accident lawyer for help.

In some cases, a skilled lawyer can help victims and families who have lost loved ones get the justice and fair settlement they deserve.

Our knowledgeable, compassionate motorcycle accident attorneys at ELG Law have years of experience advocating for victims and their families after motorcycle wrecks. If you’ve been seriously injured in a motorcycle wreck that occurred through no fault of your own or lost your loved one in a motorcycle crash, contact our lawyers at (623) 562-3838 to schedule your free consultation today.

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Disclaimer: As members of the local Phoenix and broader Arizona community, we hope everyone in our community is safe and protected. We cover the events included in this blog as a way to offer support to the victims in similar circumstances and to provide relief during these difficult times. However, this information should not be misconstrued as legal advice, and you should speak with a trained legal professional for more information regarding your situation.

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