Bakersfield, CA – On the morning of Tuesday, August 12, 2025, a collision with a vehicle resulted in the death of bicyclist Cecil Morse Walker, 86, of Bakersfield, according to KGET.

The Bakersfield Police Department reported that the crash occurred at approximately 6:19 AM at the intersection of Mohawk Street and Tower Way. 

Investigators said Walker had been riding a bicycle westbound on Tower Way when he entered the intersection and was struck by a vehicle traveling northbound on Mohawk Street.

Emergency personnel arrived at the scene and pronounced Walker dead at about 7:00 AM. The driver of the vehicle remained at the location and cooperated with authorities. Police said speed and impairment did not appear to be factors in the driver’s actions.

The roadway near the intersection contains two lanes of traffic in each direction. The incident remains under investigation, and the Bakersfield Police Department has requested that anyone with information contact their office.

Bicycle Fatalities and Wrongful Death Claims

Drivers have a Duty of Care towards bicyclists, who are particularly vulnerable in traffic accidents. This responsibility includes being vigilant for bicyclists with whom they share the road and, if a fatal collision occurs, staying with the victim, alerting emergency responders, and cooperating with authorities investigating the crash.

For those who lose a loved one in a bicycle accident, filing a Wrongful Death claim with the assistance of an experienced attorney can provide compensation for medical bills, funeral costs, and other related damages. 

Bakersfield Fatal Bicycle Accident Lawyer

If you or someone you love was harmed in an accident like the one described here, contact a Bakersfield Fatal Bicycle Accident Lawyer for any questions or to receive a no-cost, no-obligation case assessment.