A 50-year-old Merced man is dead after a hit-and-run traffic collision on Belcher Avenue.
The victim was riding his motorcycle on east Belcher Avenue, according to CHP Sgt. Daniel Bowens. The suspect vehicle (possibly a Green Honda Civic) was driving west on Belcher, turned southbound onto Beachwood, hits the motorcycle, and continues driving.
The victim was ejected, CHP say.
After the fatal collision, a Chevrolet was driving eastbound on Belcher Avenue, accidentally crashes into the motorcycle, not the victim. The driver of the Chevrolet stayed on scene.
CHP is investigating the incident.
this is so sad i live in eureka and night before last van runs over bicyleist.