Gixxer6Drake 130 Report post Posted March 16, 2010 Anybody know anything about the accident on Olive in Creve Coeur this morning? I know it involved a motorcycle, and it shut down traffic in both directions between Craig and Mason. Hopefully it wasn't anyone on the board. Anyone know of any injuries or how it happened? Hate to hear about bike accidents. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MPA 0 Report post Posted March 16, 2010 Looks like the rider was killed The photos show it was a cruiser and an older Corolla: KSDK -- A motorcyclist was killed Tuesday morning in Creve Coeur when the bike collided with a car. It happened at Craig and Olive before 7:00 a.m. Creve Coeur police have said little about the crash so far and have not hinted as to how it may have happened. An older model car with severe front-end damage was being examined by investigators when our photographer arrived at the scene. We hope to have an update on this story later this morning. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GSXRGirl 113 Report post Posted March 16, 2010 They mentioned it on the radio while I was driving to work. No details...I'll have to keep an eye on the news tonight. RIP Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maverick 725 Report post Posted March 16, 2010 This happend very close to my work. That intersection is very busy and I avoid it in the morning by taking page instead of olive to get to work. Sad to hear this. RIP fellow motorcyclist. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
iceman4357 2 Report post Posted March 16, 2010 ughh....It always seems like our biggest danger is NOT going fast on the street. Its roads like Olive and Manchester rd where people just dont look or even care about motorcycles. I can clearly remember multiple times where people have pulled out in front of me or almost side swiped me. To be honest, I am glad that my exhaust is very loud. At least if they dont SEE me, maybe they will HEAR me and look first. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tfs32 53 Report post Posted March 16, 2010 rip Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
INLINE3 rider 1 Report post Posted March 16, 2010 Man that sucks. Thank god Creve Couer put up that new red light camera at Olive and Ballas. That's sure to solve the problems. ....... yeah right. We obviously don't know how or what happened, but when the hell are the police and government going to learn that people need to pay more attention and be aware of their surroundings? EVERY DAY I have to avoid nimrods not paying attention or doing stupid crap and that's while I'm driving the car, much less on the bike. Police should stop worrying so much about speeders and start writing tickets for idiotic driving. On the other hand, if red light cameras and speeding tickets are about revenue instead of safety, well............ Anyways, sorry for jumping on a soapbox. The new red light camera at that intersection and knowing Creve Couer made over $1 million so far off them kinda pisses me off. Sorry to hear a rider lost his life----no matter what happened. RIP. My prayers to the family. Everyone stay save and always be on the lookout! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ghostrider 0 Report post Posted March 16, 2010 Post Dispatch Story 'Distracted' car driver blamed in motorcyclist's death By Kim Bell ST. LOUIS POST-DISPATCH 03/16/2010 CREVE COEUR -- A motorcyclist was killed this morning, and the driver of the car that hit him has been arrested. Creve Coeur Police Capt. George Hodak said the 20-year-old woman driving the car was clearly distracted in the 5:43 a.m. crash. She has been arrested. Routine tests are being performed to see if she was under the influence of drugs or alcohol at the time. The motorcyclist was a man on his way to work, "just minding his own business," Hodak said. The St. Louis County medical examiner's office identified the victim as David Null, 26, of St. Louis County. Hodak said the crash happened while the motorcycle and car were both going east on Olive Boulevard, near Craig Road. The passenger car lost control, hit the motorcycle and knocked the man off, Hodak said. Two people were riding in the car with her. One was still being evaluated at a hospital. Hodak said the injuries weren't serious. Hodak said he expects to release more details later in the day, including any charges that might be filed against the woman. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MidwesterneRR 0 Report post Posted March 16, 2010 Post Dispatch Story 'Distracted' car driver blamed in motorcyclist's death By Kim Bell ST. LOUIS POST-DISPATCH 03/16/2010 CREVE COEUR -- A motorcyclist was killed this morning, and the driver of the car that hit him has been arrested. Creve Coeur Police Capt. George Hodak said the 20-year-old woman driving the car was clearly distracted in the 5:43 a.m. crash. She has been arrested. Routine tests are being performed to see if she was under the influence of drugs or alcohol at the time. The motorcyclist was a man on his way to work, "just minding his own business," Hodak said. The St. Louis County medical examiner's office identified the victim as David Null, 26, of St. Louis County. Hodak said the crash happened while the motorcycle and car were both going east on Olive Boulevard, near Craig Road. The passenger car lost control, hit the motorcycle and knocked the man off, Hodak said. Two people were riding in the car with her. One was still being evaluated at a hospital. Hodak said the injuries weren't serious. Hodak said he expects to release more details later in the day, including any charges that might be filed against the woman. one more reminder to ride like everyone is out to get you...RIP Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
throttle demon 391 Report post Posted March 16, 2010 RIP Riding your bike to work is not a great idea. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MPA 0 Report post Posted March 16, 2010 I saw this comment on the story on Fox 2's site This man has a wife who is 7 months pregnant with their 2nd child. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SprintST 1,070 Report post Posted March 16, 2010 Riding your bike to work is not a great idea. I disagree. The only way to get these people too notice is by having more of us out there. Their minds might actually start seeing us. Besides, giving up riding, even if it's just one type of riding, is just letting 'them' win. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Career_Bachelorette 30 Report post Posted March 16, 2010 Ugh....it's def. riding season. We are an easy target. Wearing super bright stuff helps. Ross is visable miles away I hope they make her pay. Damnt they don't play enough of the dead body videos in drivers ed or consentrate on defensive driving. I think the defensive driving class should be required to get you license. Seat belts are always an issue to. People will be hardheaded and learn the hard way. It just sucks that this was at the cost of another persons life. RIP rider and I hope his family can survive this with strength and dignity. My prayers are with them. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DrJ 11 Report post Posted March 16, 2010 What a very sad situation for this man and his family.... Based upon my personal experience, the insurance company/the lawyer representing the lady responsible for this tragedy will turn it all around such that it's the motorcycle rider's fault, the intersection's fault, etc.... RIP, fellow brother/rider DrJ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
srschick 4 Report post Posted March 16, 2010 just saw this on the news. Said the driver was high on something. Glad to see/hear it wasn't one of y'all... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MPA 0 Report post Posted March 17, 2010 Ya - they're charging her w/ vehicular manslaughter, 2nd degree assault and posession of marijuana. She bounced off a light post and hit the bike. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Redrider67 73 Report post Posted March 17, 2010 Pic of her she looks she's high to... Dumb bitch! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flynavyj 0 Report post Posted March 17, 2010 This is less than a mile from my apartment. I actually walked outside to go to work not even minutes after the accident, heard the police and fire trucks leaving the station, but i had no idea what happened. That route towards the city on olive is a route i normally take early in the mornings, but i'm at work by 6am, and if i'm taking that route, i have to be out of the place by 5:15 at the latest to make it to work on time, all other times i take the highway...It's a bad way to start the riding season, everyone be safe out there... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TwistaHSH 0 Report post Posted March 17, 2010 RIP...but I have to say I agree with the person that says riding to work is not a good idea. I work on Scott AFB, the traffic to the gate and through the multiple intersections to get to base is crazy in the mornings. I get in at 0630 most days...but if I am late 15 mins or so the traffic issue compounds. I just don't feel safe amongst the cars with folks on their phones, eating breakfast, drinking coffee, doing hair/makeup or simply not completely awake yet. And to get on base you have to wear high visibility clothing. I like to ride in groups...2 or more bikes are a lot more visible than one. The simple fact one bike doesn't take up a lane tempts drivers share our lane, etc. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tstruyk 0 Report post Posted March 17, 2010 gal ive been dating is a detective in CC... should be more info released but yeah, multiple drugs and a phone call involved, what a shame. RIP David. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rex 0 Report post Posted March 17, 2010 It is truly sad............ Young guy, I feel horrible for his family. The driver (female) was a young 20 yr old gal, I feel sorry for her as well. I can not imagine the burden she will carry for the rest of her life. If she has a sole, it will be a tough ride. As some may have picked up on, I work in LE. I know this young man was a new rider and on a permit. I can not stress enough the importance of having a MSF class! That is all I will say about that. Let's pray for both families. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2buells 0 Report post Posted March 17, 2010 Be safe out there!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Career_Bachelorette 30 Report post Posted March 17, 2010 Be safe out there!!! That was cute...It's on my facebook page now Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maverick 725 Report post Posted March 17, 2010 That was cute...It's on my facebook page now Me too! Thanks Ross, good add. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
