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Finding into death of Angelo Angelino

Deceased

Angelo Angelino

Demographics

31y, male

Date of death

2021-09-16

Finding date

2024-01-23

Cause of death

Head injuries sustained in a motor vehicle collision

AI-generated summary

Angelo Angelino, a 31-year-old motorcyclist, died from head injuries sustained in a motor vehicle collision on Ballarat Road, Deer Park. He was riding a non-approved 1754cc Harley Davidson motorcycle at approximately 107 km/h in a 70 km/h zone when struck by a car driven by Ms Alberto, who failed to give way at an intersection. The coroner found Angelo contributed to the collision by riding an unapproved motorcycle in breach of his licence conditions and speeding significantly. Ms Alberto made a poor decision to enter the intersection. The coroner noted a full-face helmet may have reduced head injuries sustained by Angelo, who was wearing an open-faced helmet. No mechanical faults were identified in either vehicle. Angelo remained unconscious for seven months before transitioning to palliative care.

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Contributing factors

  • Angelo riding non-approved motorcycle in breach of licence conditions
  • Angelo travelling at least 37 km/h above posted speed limit (107 km/h in 70 km/h zone)
  • Ms Alberto making poor decision to proceed into intersection
  • Angelo wearing open-faced helmet without jaw protection
  • Partial obstruction of visibility at intersection due to fencing

Coroner's recommendations

  1. Department of Transport and Planning review the intersection of Ballarat Road and Ballarat Road Service Road, Deer Park, including the pedestrian crossing, keep clear zone and break in the median strip, and consider updating road design to enhance safety for motorists and pedestrians
  2. Open-faced motorcycle helmets without jaw protection be strongly discouraged by VicRoads, Transport Accident Commission, motorcycle clubs and motoring groups for all motorcycle riders utilising highways and at official motoring functions or competitions
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