Fatal Crash Claims Motorcyclist on 299 Last Night
Press release from the CHP Trinity River Area:
On October 2, 2024, at approximately 1930 hours, CHP Trinity River Area units were notified by CHP Redding Communications Center of a traffic crash involving a motorcycle in the area of SR-299 and Burnt Ranch. The crash scene was located on SR-299 at mile post marker 299 TRI 12.97 (Trinity County). CHP, Hawkins Bar Volunteer Fire, and a Hoopa Valley Ambulance responded to the scene to provide medical and traffic control services.
CHP units arrived on scene at 1946 hours and assumed Incident Command. Through investigation, it was determined the driver and sole occupant of the motorcycle (David Wilkie) had been traveling westbound on SR-299. For reasons still under investigation, Wilkie lost control of his motorcycle and drove off the south roadway edge of SR-299. The motorcycle collided with the steep ascending rock embankment, which ultimately caused Wilkie to be ejected from the motorcycle and collide with the embankment. Emergency personnel and civilians who witnessed the crash performed CPR and life saving efforts for approximately 30 minutes. Wilkie unfortunately succumbed to his injuries sustained as a result of this crash and was pronounced deceased at the scene. Wilkie was wearing a DOT approved helmet at the time of this crash and it is unknown at this point if alcohol or drugs are a contributing factor.
This crash remains under investigation by the CHP Trinity River Area office.Trinity River CHP would like to thank our allied agencies for their assistance with this incident and express our sympathy to Mr. Wilkie’s family in the loss of their loved one.
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WTH is wrong with you?
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mr. David Lee Wilkie who passed away from his injuries from his motorcycle crash. I pray that David will RIP. Thank you to the Emergency personnel and the civilians for performing CPR for thirty minutes only to have David sadly slip away. I was pleased to see he was wearing a DOT approved helmet which did not do much good considering the things his body collided with. Riding a motorcycle is dangerous at best, so please the rest of you riders please wear your helmet and safety gear as a way of honoring David.
Martin…Your continuing courtesy and compassion always add to the civility of discourse on this site…Thanks.
Agree… but, his post really reads like it was written by AI.
Dirt bikes and sport quads are alot safer. You have restricted areas with little to no traffic. I was lucky I hugged a redwood when I wrecked. Shattered my right femur. Huge bruise 3 foot long by 15 inches wide.
No, Friday, it was written totally by me, but I am pleased you liked what I said.
Martin’s writing style to a great degree has a level of thoughtful, stately courtesy that is largely gone from our world. Perhaps that is why you find that it reminds you of AI – not of human origin.
Martin, I agree wholeheartedly with Dave Kirby. I think you must be a very fine and evolved person. Thank you for your uplifting posts.
You are very welcome.
It’s a sad world room living in when people assume writing is AI generated simply because it is well written and succinct.
You are welcome, Dave. In sad times like David’s accident, I really try to speak from my heart with kindness.
Sunlight in the early evening can be blinding on 299 curves. I am sorry for your loss dear family and friends. Thank you to all responders and witnesses.
Oh my David, you will be so missed. Rest in Paradise, nephew. We love and will miss you. We also know, you are in a better place, and now have your angels wings. ❤️