Australian biker chief charged with airport murder -
MSN Philippines News - The head of
Australia's Comanchero motorcycle gang has been charged with murder over
a deadly brawl fought in front of horrified passengers at Sydney
airport, police have said.
Mahmoud "Mick" Hawi, 29, had already been charged with affray over the
gang violence, which erupted between the Comanchero and members of the
rival Hells Angels group at Sydney's domestic terminal in March.
Anthony Zervas, 29, was bludgeoned to death with a crowd control barrier
pole during the fracas involving up to 20 bikers as passengers at the
check-in counter could only look on.
Police said they arrested Hawi at his home Tuesday and charged him with
the murder of Zervas, the brother of a Hells Angel gang member.
Tough new anti-terrorism style laws outlawing biker gangs were passed in
the wake of the violence, which sparked reprisal shootings and bomb
threats.
Experts say the biker violence stems from turf wars over drug
distribution, particularly methamphetamine or "ice."
The recent clashes raised fears that long-simmering tensions between
gangs such as the Hells Angels, Comancheros, Bandidos and Rebels could
explode into a full-scale biker war.
Australia's worst outbreak of biker violence was a 1984 shootout between
the Bandidos and Comancheros in the car park of a Sydney pub, in which
six gang members and a 15-year-old girl died.
Senior bikie in custody over drug lab: police -
ABC Online - Police say they they have
charged a senior member of the Rebels bikie gang over a secret drug lab
on the New South Wales far south coast.
The 46-year-old, Adrian Stephens Farquhar, was arrested on Friday
morning at a Batemans Bay business on the Princes Highway with a
23-year-old woman, Moleta Lee Wills.
They have both been charged as part of an investigation into the
manufacture and supply of prohibited drugs at Bingi, south of Moruya.
In April, police searched a property at Kelly Road, where they allegedly
discovered a clandestine drug laboratory along with more than 100 litres
of chemicals and equipment used to extract pseudoephedrine from
cold-and-flu medication.
Police say six kilograms of pseudoephedrine tablets were also found at
the property, which they say is linked to the Rebels outlaw motorcycle
gang.
Two men and were arrested at the property and questioned at the time of
the search.
Farquhar and Wills faced court on Saturday charged with making a
commercial quantity of illicit drugs, possessing precursor chemicals and
supplying drugs.
The pair were kept in custody after facing Batemans Bay Local Court on
Saturday.
They are due to appear in court again today.
Police are also planning to serve a 30-year-old Canberra man with a
court attendance notice for the offence of being found in or on drug
premises.
2010 Monster Energy® AMA Supercross, an FIM
World Championship, schedule announced
PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- The American Motorcyclist Association (AMA) and
Feld Motor Sports(SM) announced today the schedule for the 2010 Monster
Energy® AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, that begins Jan. 9 at
Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif., and concludes May 8 at Las Vegas' Sam
Boyd Stadium. Since its beginning in 1974, Monster Energy® Supercross
has played in some of the world's largest markets and most prestigious
venues, and the 2010, 17-stop season adds to the sport's rich heritage.
"The 2009 Monster Energy® AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, was
arguably the best season of all time, combining parity on the track and
drama off the track, and we expect 2010 to build off of that
excitement," said Charlie Mancuso, president, Feld Motor Sports. "The
championship will continue its rich history at many of the legendary
stadiums that have made Monster Energy® Supercross so strong, in
addition to the new tour stop at the new state-of-the-art Cowboys
Stadium."
The newest addition to the tour will be the inaugural stop at the new
Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas, which is a short drive from the old
Texas Stadium. Monster Energy® Supercross held its first race at Texas
Stadium in March 1, 1975, with subsequent races through 1977. From
1983-2008, Texas Stadium was one of the marquee stops on the Monster
Energy® Supercross schedule. With the establishment of the new Cowboys
Stadium, a new area of tradition will be built off of the historic 30
races held in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
AMA President and CEO Rob Dingman added: "AMA Supercross is the premier
competition of its kind on the planet. The AMA is pleased to once again
be working with the FIM and Feld Motor Sports for the 2010 season to
provide the world's stage where the best of the best will battle for
championship honors. Since the beginning, AMA Supercross has grown in
stature and significance. Today, the consolidated championship attracts
the top riders from all over the globe. It's going to be another
incredible season of competition."
"Monster Energy® AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, can bow on a
glorious past which results in the rich history it presently has," said
Wolfgang Srb, President of the FIM Motocross Commission. "We are proud
to count Monster Energy® Supercross amongst the 49 FIM World
Championships. The 2009 season was most entertaining and kept the fans
thrilled until the end. The FIM considers 2010 as a transition year and
is confident that Feld Motor Sports will export Monster Energy®
Supercross to new international horizons as of 2011. The fans that are
supporting Monster Energy® AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship
worldwide deserve it."
After a successful 2009 return to Salt Lake City, Monster Energy®
Supercross will bring the action back to Rice-Eccles Stadium May 1. With
the loyal support and commitment from the Utah Sports Commission,
Monster Energy® Supercross will make its sixth stop at Rice-Eccles
Stadium.
"After looking at the 2010 AMA Supercross schedule, it's exciting to see
where we will be competing at next year," said 2009 Monster Energy®
Supercross champion James Stewart. "Most of the events will be similar
to last year, but this year we're going to go to the new Cowboys
Stadium, and it's the newest and biggest stadium in the United States.
It's going to be fun to compete in the billion dollar Cowboys Stadium.
Also, I look forward to returning to the venues that I created winning
memories at during the 2009 season."
2010 Monster Energy® AMA Supercross, an FIM World Championship, Schedule
January 9: Angel Stadium, Anaheim, Calif.
January 16: Chase Field, Phoenix, Ariz.
January 23: Angel Stadium, Anaheim, Calif.
January 30: AT&T Park, San Francisco, Calif.
February 6: Qualcomm Stadium, San Diego, Calif.
February 13: Angel Stadium, Anaheim, Calif.
February 20: Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis, Ind.
February 27: Georgia Dome, Atlanta, Ga.
March 6: Daytona Int'l Speedway, Daytona, Fla.*
March 13: Rogers Centre, Toronto, Ontario
March 20: Cowboy Stadium, Arlington, Texas
March 27: Jacksonville Municipal Stadium, Jacksonville, Fla.
April 10: Reliant Stadium, Houston, Texas
April 17: Edward Jones Dome, St. Louis, Mo.
April 24: Quest Field, Seattle, Wash.
May 1: Rice-Eccles, Salt Lake City, Utah
May 8: Sam Boyd Stadium, Las Vegas, Nev.
* Not a Feld Motor Sports event. This date is independently promoted by
Daytona International Speedway and the International Speedway Corp.
About Feld Motor Sports, Inc.
Feld Motor Sports, Inc. is the world leader in specialized arena and
stadium-based motor sports entertainment. Feld Motor Sports, Inc.
productions include Monster Jam®, Monster Energy® Supercross, AMA
Arenacross Series, Freestyle Motocross, and IHRA® Nitro Jam®. Feld Motor
Sports, Inc. is a division of Feld Entertainment, the world's largest
producer of live family entertainment. For more information on Feld
Entertainment, visit
www.feldentertainment.com
About the American Motorcyclist Association
Since 1924, the AMA has protected the future of motorcycling and
promoted the motorcycle lifestyle. AMA members come from all walks of
life, and they navigate many different routes on their journey to the
same destination: freedom on two wheels. As the world's largest
motorcycling organization, the AMA advocates for motorcyclists'
interests in the halls of local, state and federal government, the
committees of international governing organizations, and the court of
public opinion. Through member clubs, promoters and partners, the AMA
sanctions more motorsports competition and motorcycle recreational
events than any other organization in the world. AMA members receive
money-saving discounts from dozens of well-known suppliers of motorcycle
services, gear and apparel, bike rental, transport, hotel stays and
more. Through its Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, the AMA preserves the
heritage of motorcycling for future generations.
Ducati Heads to Colorado for AMA
International Women and Motorcycling Conference, Presented by
Harley-Davidson and Buell
PICKERINGTON, Ohio -- Keystone, Colo., is normally known for its cooler
summer temperatures, but things are definitely heating up in the final
weeks before the Aug. 19 kickoff of the fifth American Motorcyclist
Association (AMA) International Women & Motorcycling Conference,
presented by Harley-Davidson and Buell. Ducati is the latest addition to
the demo ride lineup and will offer conference attendees the opportunity
to sample a variety of its most popular models.
"Ducati is very excited to take part in this year's conference," said
Press Officer John Paolo Canton. "With the addition of the Monster 696
to our lineup, more women than ever are riding Ducatis. This conference
is an important event on our social marketing calendar, and more
importantly, we want to offer the opportunity to ride our bikes. The
Rocky Mountains are the perfect environment to experience the
performance of our motorcycles, and we look forward to a great event."
Added AMA Marketing and Special Events Manager Tigra Tsujikawa: "This
summer's conference is the premier event for women motorcyclists.
Ducati's presence underscores the significance of women as a rapidly
growing and important segment of the motorcycling community, and we
enthusiastically welcome Ducati's participation."
Demo rides will be available for conference attendees beginning Aug. 19
and continuing through Aug. 22.
Registration for the fifth AMA International Women & Motorcycling
Conference, presented by Harley-Davidson and Buell, costs $165 through
Aug. 3. Registration after Aug. 3, as well as on-site registration, will
cost $185. The registration fee includes a commemorative t-shirt, and
admission to all seminars as well as opening ceremonies on Aug. 19, a
barn dance on Aug. 20, the International Street Party on Aug. 21 and a
closing banquet on Aug. 22. Both the barn dance and closing banquet
include dinner.
Participants can register now at
https://home.ama-cycle.org/iwmc/registration/register.aspx or by
phone by calling (800) AMA-JOIN. While the event focuses on women
riders, it is not limited to women. Men are welcome to participate with
a paid registration.
Sign up for conference e-mail alerts at
info@womenandmotorcycling.com, and follow conference updates on
Twitter at
http://twitter.com/womenandmoto.
About the American Motorcyclist Association
Since 1924, the AMA has protected the future of motorcycling and
promoted the motorcycle lifestyle. AMA members come from all walks of
life, and they navigate many different routes on their journey to the
same destination: freedom on two wheels. As the world's largest
motorcycling organization, the AMA advocates for motorcyclists'
interests in the halls of local, state and federal government, the
committees of international governing organizations, and the court of
public opinion. Through member clubs, promoters and partners, the AMA
sanctions more motorsports competition and motorcycle recreational
events than any other organization in the world. AMA members receive
money-saving discounts from dozens of well-known suppliers of motorcycle
services, gear and apparel, bike rental, transport, hotel stays and
more. Through its Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum, the AMA preserves the
heritage of motorcycling for future generations.
Motorcyclist severely injured in Trail crash -
Napa Valley Register - A motorcyclist is being treated for
serious internal injuries after he skidded into a ditch on Silverado
Trail early this morning.
Thomas Paul Steinharter, 48, of Napa was headed northbound on the Trail
on his 2007 Harley Davidson motorcycle about 8:25 a.m. on Silverado
Trail north of Oak Knoll Avenue when he failed to see traffic slowing
ahead. Steinharter braked abruptly, fell to the road and slid into a
ditch, according to CHP Sgt. Elfido Montez.
He was taken to Queen of the Valley Hospital by ambulance, where he is
currently being treated for serious internal injuries, Montez said.
Steinharter was wearing a helmet, according to Montez.
Neither drugs nor alcohol is believed to be a factor in the crash.
Annapolis motorcyclist killed in crash Saturday -
Baltimore Sun - An Annapolis man was killed
Saturday night when the motorcycle he was riding crossed the center line
of Deale Churchton Road in Deale and struck a car going in the other
direction, Anne Arundel County police said. Todd Douglas Bausum, 47, of
570 Bellerive Drive was pronounced dead at the scene when police
responded about 8:38 p.m. Police said an 18-year-old woman driving the
other vehicle involved in the accident, a 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt,
complained of minor injuries but refused medical attention. Police said
Bausum was traveling east when his motorcycle struck the Cobalt at a
curve in the road, and the impact threw him off his bike. Police said
excessive speed and alcohol might have contributed to the accident.
Deer crash injuries fatal for motorcyclist -
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette - A Fort Wayne man critically wounded
in a motorcycle crash last week has died.
George Welsh, 46, died Friday at Parkview Hospital as a result of
multiple blunt-force trauma suffered in the June 24 crash, according to
the Allen County Coroner’s Office.
Welsh was riding a Harley-Davidson motorcycle west on Interstate 469,
just east of where it intersects with Interstate 69 on the city’s
northeast side, when a deer darted into the road, striking his bike,
Fort Wayne police said.
Welsh suffered head injuries and was taken to a hospital in critical
condition after the crash. He was not wearing a helmet at the time of
the crash, police said.
Police said the deer died at the scene. The crash remains under
investigation by the Fort Wayne-Allen County Crash Team.
According to his obituary, Welsh worked as a machinist with B&J
Specialties.
Injured motorcycle riders improve; those killed ID'd -
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette - The conditions
of three people seriously injured in a multiple-motorcycle wreck Sunday
just east of downtown have improved.
Latasha Maxwell, 25; Sam Sims II, 27; and Shalana Lovett, 27; all of
Fort Wayne, were listed in fair condition at a local hospital Monday,
police spokesman officer Michael Joyner said.
Meanwhile, the Allen County Coroner’s Office released details on the two
people who died in the crash. Mark A. Wilson, 38; and Dominique S.
Simpson, 25, both of Fort Wayne, were pronounced dead at the crash
scene, near Maumee Avenue and Comparet Street.
Both Wilson and Simpson, who were riding on the same motorcycle, died
from blunt-force trauma to the head because of the crash. Neither was
wearing a helmet.
Two of the sport motorcycles hit a curb near the intersection about 3:30
a.m. Sunday. Police say the motorcycles were heading east on Maumee
Avenue and failed to negotiate a curve just west of Comparet.
Those motorcycles, each carrying two people, hit a curb, causing the
bikes to flip and throwing all four people, police said.
The operator of a third sport motorcycle, also carrying a passenger and
following the other two motorcycles, was unable to stop in time and also
hit the curb. Both riders were also thrown, police said.
Brandall Towns, 34, of Fort Wayne, also injured in the crash, declined
medical assistance at the scene, Joyner said. Towns and the three
injured people were not wearing helmets either.
Police say Towns and Sims were operators of two of the motorcycles.
Police say speed played a role in the crash, which remains under
investigation by the Fort Wayne-Allen County Crash Team.
MOTORCYCLIST INJURED - Indiana Gazette -
Robert Carney, 53, of Homer City, was injured and flown to Conemaugh
Memorial Medical Center in Johnstown following the crash of his
motorcycle on Route 56 in Brush Valley Township.
Carney was injured at 1:35 p.m. Saturday when he lost control of the
motorcycle he was riding on a curve of Route 56.
State police at Indiana said the bike rolled over.
Carney was transported to Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center in Johnstown
where a spokeswoman this morning said he was in fair condition.
One hurt in motorcycle wreck in Cedar Rapids -
Gazette Online - One person was injured in a
motorcycle accident early Monday morning.
Devin S. Dickey, 22, was eastbound on 30th Street Drive SE near Diamond
Drive SE when he lost control of his motorcycle and went into the north
ditch, authorities said.
According to the Linn County Sheriff’s Office, Dickey was wearing a
helmet. He was taken to St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids. His
injuries were not believed to be life-threatening.
An investigation continues.
Crash kills motorcyclist in Eaton - Oneida
Dispatch - EATON — An Oneida man was killed in a motorcycle
accident in Eaton Sunday.
According to state police, David W. Cast II, 24, died at SUNY Upstate
Medical Center from injuries suffered when his 2002 Yamaha motorcycle
crashed, throwing him into a drainage ditch. Cast was traveling west on
Route 26 when he went off the right side of the road, hitting a culvert
at 10:44 a.m. He was taken by Eaton Ambulance to Cazenovia where a
helicopter picked him up to take him to Syracuse.
Updated: Man Hurt, Girl Killed In Motorcycle Crash -
WLWT - CLARKSVILLE, Ohio -- A man was
injured and his granddaughter was killed Monday afternoon in a Clinton
County motorcycle crash.
A trooper told News 5 that a pickup pulling a camper pulled out in front
of the motorcycle near the intersection of Ohio highway 22 and George
Road just after noon.
Dispatchers said William Glass, 63, suffered a broken femur and injuries
to his pelvis and was taken to University Hospital.
Troopers said the 13-year-old girl suffered serious injuries and died at
Children's Hospital. Her name has not been released.
The pickup driver, Garold Schudel, 63, was not injured.
Both Glass and the girl were wearing helmets, and the crash remains
under investigation.
Authorities ID motorcyclist killed in Marinette County -
Green Bay Press Gazette - A 50-year-old
Oconto man was killed Sunday afternoon when his motorcycle crashed on a
curve on Marinette County W in the town of Stephenson.
Mark Coshenet’s death was the 14th traffic fatality this year, Marinette
County Sheriff Jim Kanikula said today in a statement released news
release Monday.
Coshenet was alone on the motorcycle at 5:05 p.m. heading eastbound on
Marinette County W near Thomas Lane when it entered the north ditch and
hit an embankment.
He was was not wearing a helmet and was thrown from the cycle. Coshenet
died as a result of the injuries he suffered in the crash, the sheriff’s
office said.
Driving too fast for conditions and failure to maintain control were
contributing factors in the crash.
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