Ferndale Teen Dies in Motorcycle Crash

Fatal Motorcycle Crash File Photo

Ferndale, WA – The Washington State Patrol responded to a fatality collision in Whatcom County at the corner of Monument Drive and Josie Lane on April 17th, 2017.

According to a press memo from the Washington State Patrol, 18-year old Petr Shulga of Ferndale was traveling Northbound on Monument Drive on a 2007 Honda CBR 600 when he lost control of the motorcycle and struck a curb.   Mr. Shulga was ejected from the motorcycle and struck a pole.  The motorcycle slide and came to rest in a pond.

Mr. Shulga died from his injuries.

The cause of the crash was listed as Speed and Inexperience. Mr. Shulga did not have a valid motorcycle endorsement.

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