The mourning family of a 68-year-old bicyclist killed during a high-speed chase in Carlsbad last year has filed a civil lawsuit against those they believe are responsible for their loved one’s death.
“The defendant not only popped a wheelie on his bike after the police attempted to stop him for speeding, but he also kept driving over 100 mph on Carlsbad Boulevard, ran red lights, and drove erratically,” said deputy district attorney Nicolette Estrada.
Burn was sentenced to four years in state prison with 180 days of credit for time served, according to the district attorney’s office spokesperson Tanya Sierra.“The civil litigation has just commenced, and the family is still very much in mourning over the tragic and untimely loss of Brad Catcott. Brad was a beloved brother, uncle, and cherished friend to so many people. The void Brad left for these individuals can never be filled.
Sierra confirmed to NBC 7 that Burns pleaded guilty on Feb. 14 of this year to one count of evading an officer causing death and admitted to the enhancement of causing great bodily injury. There will be a restitution hearing on April 27. NBC reached out to the California Department of Parks and Rec for a statement regarding the lawsuit and was advised they do not comment on pending litigation. NBC 7 also reached out to the State of CA Attorney General’s office for a comment or any information about an investigation and has yet to hear back.
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