This is a real head scratcher. There has to be more to it then what is being reported.
There doesn’t seem to be any provision in most traffic codes for collisions with particularly “vulnerable” vehicles such as motorcycles or tiny econoboxes. If instead of the bikes, it was an SUV sitting at the red light, and a similar vehicle going a little too fast for conditions slid into the SUV, probably nobody would have been hurt and we’d see a very minor traffic charge.
Such cases are treated quite differently if the driver was under the influence of alcohol or drugs, even if the outcomes are similar.
Apparently it's ok if you have no excuse for killing a biker but not ok under the influence.
My thoughts too. There is something called “involuntary manslaughter.” Why was he not charged. Maybe they figure this thing will be handled in the civil courts. ;)
I think there is something missing here.
This is what happens when you blame SUVs for accidents and deaths. The drivers aren’t responsible anymore.