Two Dead in Motorcycle Crash Near Fortuna Sunday

Traffic backed up on Highway 101 as emergency personnel dealt with the crash on November 10. [Image by Jared Stainbrook]
On November 10, 2024 at approximately 12:03 PM, a 2007 Harley Davidson with two occupants was traveling northbound on US-101, south of Main St. [near Fortuna], with a group of other motorcyclists. For unknown reasons, the driver lost control of the motorcycle and both riders were ejected. Emergency personnel were notified and responded to the scene. Unfortunately, due to the severity of his injuries, the male driver was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The female passenger was transported with major injuries to St. Joseph Hospital in Eureka, however, she later succumbed to her injuries.
Northbound US-101 was periodically closed for approximately two hours to facilitate this investigation. It is currently unknown what factors may have contributed to the cause of this crash.
The California Highway Patrol is continuing its investigation and asks for anyone that may have information related to this crash to contact the Humboldt Area CHP at 707-822-5981 or email [email protected].
Earlier: CPR in Progress After Motorcycle Crash on Northbound 101 Near Fortuna




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So sad! Condolences to all involved!
That’s not true at all
I know, right. People would be more sympathetic if they stopped being dicks.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=FDsWZ0Jw3Ik
Obviously you know nothing about the people the guy and his girlfriend are dead. He happened to work for the city of fortuna they were riding for the vets [edit-Kym]
Yeah, yeah, holding the mirror up for you to see yourself. People would be more sympathetic if you stopped being a dick.
Not Sure. What a disrespecting comment. Both were well liked in the fortuna community from what I’ve heard. Had a few interactions with him through the city and was professional and came across as a big teddy bear. Condolences to both families during a tragic event.
oh no… does anyone know first names at least?
Yes, but I won’t post them here
Much appreciated by the family.
I may not be a fan of loud pipes, but that’s kind of a shit comment given the circumstances.
Tori, out of respect for relatives and friends, I hope no one releases the names except media.
Condolences to their family and friends
I for one, think it is time to lay this story to rest. We know two people from Fortuna were tragically killed in a motorcycle accident. It is time for us to give the families and friends some time alone to comprehend what has happen. May the riders RIP. I pray God will give the families and friends the love and courage to get through this sad event.
What is your problem? Have some respect.
I was about 100 yeard back so I didn’t see clearly what had happened, but there were a group of us who got stuck at a red light on Fortuna Blvd. When we got to the highway we were trying to catch up with the pack. What apears to have happened is that the rider did not notice how slow the pack was going until too late and locked up his brakes. The bike slid and through the passenger and then flipped.
So sad, my sincere condolences to the family’s.