Altadena Motorcycle Crash Victim Identified by Authorities

ALTADENA, CA ( September 7, 2021) – A deadly motorcycle crash on Angeles National Forest Park in Altadena claimed the life of William Gibbard.

The incident occurred around 10 P.M. of August 31 along the side of Big Tujunga Canyon Road, according to the CHP.

At this time, it remains unclear why the motorcycle ran off the roadway and continued traveling along the mountainside out of control.

Furthermore, the investigators also pointed out that the vehicle rolled over multiple times before coming to stop 185 ft below the mountainside.

Later on, the coroner’s office identified the victim as 55-year-old William Gibbard of Acton.

The Altadena Officials are currently investigating the fatal accident.


Sincere sympathies to the family and friends of William Gibbard. Our thoughts are with them during this very difficult time.


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