Orange County, California — July 16, 2012

Police say a motorcycle and a sedan made contact Monday in Huntington Beach, killing the rider.

According to officers with the Huntington Beach Police Department, an unidentified female resident of Fountain Valley, 33, was behind the wheel of a Lexus sedan as it traveled near the corner of Brookhurst Street and Hamilton Avenue. Around 4:15 p.m., the Lexus made contact with Huntington Beach resident Christian Dasilva, 40, who was riding west on a 2011 Triumph motorcycle.

Paramedics rushed Mr. Dasilva to Santa Ana’s Western Medical Center, but doctors were unable to save him. Witnesses have been asked to call (714) 536-7939 with any additional information.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration there were 4,778 fatalities as a result of collisions involving motorcycles in the United States in 2006.

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  • http://www.facebook.com/monique.v.diaz Monique Valerie Diaz

     Caidyn and Chloe DaSilva Benefit fund has been set up at Wells Fargo. If
    anyone would like to help the DaSilva girls in there recent loss of
    their father, Christian DaSilva you can Donate DIRECTLY to his GIRLS at
    any Wells Fargo location! Thank you for your support during this
    difficult time.
    much love.

  • http://www.facebook.com/monique.v.diaz Monique Valerie Diaz

     Caidyn and Chloe DaSilva Benefit fund has been set up at Wells Fargo. If
    anyone would like to help the DaSilva girls in there recent loss of
    their father, Christian DaSilva you can Donate DIRECTLY to his GIRLS at
    any Wells Fargo location! Thank you for your support during this
    difficult time.
    much love.

  • Stevebachtattoo

    christian was a good friend and i loved that guy i have known him for many years and worked with him   i ride as well     this is a good reminder to always ride and drive safe you never know what can happen or who you put at risk   my heart goes out to the family

  • Stars4mybf

    Can you go to any Wells Fargo and donate?