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After further investigation, a third involved driver in an accident on West Main Street, Batavia, on Friday has been arrested.
Mark Flaming, 33, of Batavia, is charged with two counts of tampering with evidence, one count of leaving the scene of a serious personal injury accident, unregistered motorcycle, uninsured motorcycle, improper plates and operating without a proper license.
According to police, a motorcycle driven by Gregory Vigiano, 34, of Batavia, was struck by a minivan driven by Rebecca Santiago, 34, of Stafford, following an alleged illegal left turn.
The investigation by Officer Sam Freeman reportedly found that Flaming, on another motorcycle, ran over Vigiano while Vigiano was down in the roadway.
Flaming is accused of then fleeing the scene. He allegedly later attempted to alter the appearance of his motorcycle to avoid detection following the collision.
Vigiano sustained serious injuries and was transported by Mercy Flight to Strong Memorial Hospital. He is listed in satisfactory condition at Strong.
Flaming was issued traffic and appearance tickets.
Santiago was issued tickets on Friday for alleged illegal left turn and operating with a suspended driver's license.
