20-Year-Old Marine Pronounced Dead after Motorcycle Vs. Sedan Collision near North River Road

OCEANSIDE, CA (July 25, 2024) – Sunday evening, Xander Allen Thorstad was fatally struck in a motorcycle crash on Douglas Drive.

Dispatchers received calls around 7:50 p.m., near North River Road. 

According to reports, the driver of a Volkswagen sedan made a left turn onto northbound Douglas and hit the right front fender of a southbound motorcycle. 

The impact of the crash ejected the rider from his motorcycle, leaving him with fatal injuries. Despite life-saving efforts, paramedics pronounced the male motorcyclist dead at the scene. 

Meanwhile, the 64-year-old woman from Carlsbad driving the Volkswagen was uninjured. Officers say she remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation. 

The San Diego County Medical Examiner’s Office later identified the deceased rider as 20-year-old Marine Xander Allen Thorstad.

Those who witnessed the fatal two-vehicle crash are asked to contact the OPD’s Major Accident Investigation Team at 760-435-4651. 

Our law firm sends out our heartfelt sympathies to the friends and family of Xander Allen Thorstad who are grieving over the loss of their loved one.

It is important to have strong legal representation on your side when losing a loved one in a motorcycle crash. With 20 years of experience in the field, we know what it takes to help you win your case. Our team understands that nothing can alleviate the emotional pain of the death of a loved one, but we can help you seek justice and compensation. Call us at 1-844-363-7713 for a free and confidential case evaluation.