The motorcyclist was 54-years-old; Michael Deangelis was Driving a Ford F-150 Pick Up Truck
Sylmar, CA November 5, 2020 – David Lopez has been identified by authorities as the victim in a motorcycle collision that occurred on November 1 in Sylmar. David Lopez, a 54-year-old local resident was riding a 2003 Harley Davidson on the Angeles Forest Highway north near Vincent View Road at about 1:15 p.m. At the same time, Michael Deangelis, a 55-year-old resident of Littlerock, was driving a Ford F-150 pickup truck heading south. Authorities allege that the driver moved into the opposite lane of traffic, leading to a head-on collision with the Harley Davidson. David Lopez died from his injuries while the pickup driver was taken for treatment with minor injuries. A DUI is not suspected but the cause of the tragic accident is under investigation by the California Highway Patrol.
We extend our deepest condolences to the friends and family of David Lopez during this very difficult time.
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