Motorcycle Rider Fatally Collides With Vehicle in Front of Lodi Convenience Store Amid Investigation

A 37-year-old biker died Saturday afternoon in a Lodi convenience store incident, police said. A biker crashed a car in front of a large chain store at 3 p.m., according to Bergen County and Essex Street police.

The rider was critically injured when Lodi Police arrived. He died in a local hospital after emergency services took him.

Deputy Chief Jeff Angermeyer said the driver helped police. Lodi’s major crimes squad and prosecutor are investigating the crash.

The victim’s name is revealed by family. First reports say the motorcycle and automobile crashed in the parking lot or highway in front of the store.

More accidents like this show the risks of biking in business districts. Coming and departing, turning cars, and driveways might cause issues. Police may investigate if speed, visibility, road design, or driving caused the collision.

The incident prompted traffic and safety worries in the major commercial area. Motorcycles have problems forecasting movement in mixed-use zones with many cars entering and exiting.

Communicate with police and the prosecution, especially about the 2:45–3:10 p.m. accident video.

This incident shows how vulnerable motorcyclists are and how important traffic awareness is. Safe purchasing methods are being studied and implemented by the government to avoid losses.

Sources
Daily Voice – Garfield‑Lodi
The Ridgewood Blog
Yahoo News