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Mountain Center Motorcycle Accident Kills Man

A Mountain Center motorcycle accident involving a motorist and a car leaves two people dead and two others injured. The incident took place at approximately 1:30 PM on Sunday afternoon, February 14, 2010, along Highway 74.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident involving a 2008 Harley Davidson and a 1998 Toyota Corolla occurred when the driver of the Toyota swerved across the centerline and into the path of the motorcycle. The motorcycle slammed into the right side of the Toyota killing both the motorcyclist and a passenger in the sedan.

The motorcyclist has been identified as William Kaplan, 62, of Rancho Mirage. He was pronounced dead approximately 90 minutes following the two-vehicle crash. The identity of the second victim was not made available pending notification of her family.

There were two other injuries reported. Kaplan’s wife was riding behind him at the time of the accident. She was taken to Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs and treated for major injuries.

The unidentified 19-year-old driver of the Toyota was also transported to Desert Regional Medical Center. She was listed in serious condition.

The fatal Mountain Center accident is still under investigation by local authorities.

This is an unfortunate accident and our thoughts and condolences go out to all of those that have been impacted by this tragedy.

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