Triangle Area Mourns Loss of Two Motorcyclists in Separate Incidents: Ethan Murillo-Ceron obituary, death, 18, and Travis Barber, 29, Killed in Fatal Collisions in Raleigh and Durham, Respectively
A somber mood has settled over the Triangle area following the tragic loss of two motorcyclists in separate incidents on Thursday night. The first incident occurred in Raleigh, where 18-year-old Ethan Murillo-Ceron succumbed to his injuries after colliding with a vehicle. Approximately thirty minutes later, a second fatal collision occurred in Durham, claiming the life of 29-year-old Travis Barber.
_Incident 1: Ethan Murillo-Ceron_
The first incident occurred at 9:23 p.m. at the intersection of Falls of Neuse Road and Fairfax Drive in Raleigh. According to police reports, Ethan Murillo-Ceron was riding a 2012 Kawasaki EX650 motorcycle southbound on Falls of Neuse Road. Meanwhile, a man operating a 2023 Hyundai Elantra was traveling northbound and attempted to make a left turn onto Fairfax Drive when the motorcycle struck the rear right corner of the vehicle.
Murillo-Ceron was transported to a hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. Authorities from the Raleigh Police Department indicated that there were no signs of impairment from either driver. The investigation is ongoing, but no charges have been filed at this time.
_Incident 2: Travis Barber_
Approximately thirty minutes later, a second fatal collision occurred in Durham at the intersection of Miami Boulevard and NC Highway 54. Durham Police reported that a 68-year-old woman from Durham, driving a 2014 Toyota Camry, was making a left turn onto South Miami Boulevard from a parking lot when her vehicle collided with a 2024 Kawasaki motorcycle traveling south on South Miami Boulevard.
The motorcyclist, identified as 29-year-old Travis Barber of Durham, was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding this incident to reach out to Investigator J. Colquitt at (919) 560-4935, ext. 29450.
_Community Reaction and Support_
The Triangle area is in mourning following the loss of two young lives. Friends, family, and community members are coming together to offer support and condolences to the families of Ethan Murillo-Ceron and Travis Barber.
_Safety Concerns and Prevention_
The incidents have raised concerns about motorcycle safety in the Triangle area. Authorities are urging motorcyclists to exercise caution and follow safety guidelines, including wearing protective gear and obeying traffic laws.
_Investigation and Next Steps_
The investigations into both incidents are ongoing, with authorities working to determine the causes of the collisions and whether any charges will be filed. The Raleigh Police Department and Durham Police Department are leading the investigations, respectively.
_In Conclusion_
The Triangle area is in shock following the tragic loss of two motorcyclists in separate incidents. Ethan Murillo-Ceron and Travis Barber will be deeply missed by their loved ones and the community. As the investigations continue, authorities are urging motorcyclists to prioritize safety and caution on the roads.
