Hinkley Woman Killed in Motorcycle Accident

Feb 22,2017

A Hinkley woman died after being ejected from her motorcycle Friday. Police say 28-year-old Ashley Fortenberry, also known as Nicole Earls, was riding her motorcycle west on Santa Fe Avenue near Summerset Road when she lost control. The motorcycle then traveled onto the right shoulder, ejecting Fortenberry.

California Highway Patrol (CHP) officers responded to the scene around 10:36 a.m. They transported her to Barstow Community Hospital with life-threatening injuries. She died at 2:10 p.m.

Fortenberry, a teacher at Barstow Junior High School, leaves behind two children, ages 5 and 6. As a result of the sudden loss of Fortenberry, Barstow Unified School District provided counselors Tuesday and Wednesday for staff and students.

Community Mourns Death of Hinkley Woman

Fortenberry was a well-loved member of the community. She worked as a teacher for Barstow’s Save the Children program. Barstow Junior High School recently hired her as a special needs teacher.

“We’re sorry to hear about the loss of this young woman. Our prayers are with her loved ones and children,” said Attorney Walter Clark, founder of Walter Clark Legal Group.’

Our firm has been handling personal injury cases throughout the California Low Desert and High Desert communities for over 30 years. With a 95% success rate, the California personal injury attorneys at Walter Clark Legal Group will fight to hold those responsible for your loss accountable and win compensation to cover medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident and want to discuss your legal options, contact us today for a free consultation with an experienced personal injury lawyer. We have offices in Indio, Rancho Mirage, Victorville, and Yucca Valley and represent clients through the entire California Low Desert and High Desert communities.

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