Stockton, CA: Motorcyclist Hurt in Early Morning Crash on Interstate 5
Rider Sustains Minor Injuries in Stockton Crash on Interstate 5 near 8th Street Off-Ramp
Stockton, California (May 4, 2021) – A motorcyclist was injured in a Stockton crash that happened early Tuesday morning, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The incident took place at about 3:26 a.m. on southbound Interstate 5, just north of 8th Street off-ramp.
A Harley-Davidson motorcycle collided with a big rig for unknown reasons.
The motorcyclist suffered minor injuries in the crash. An ambulance was requested to the scene to offer the rider medical attention. It was not clear if the patient was hospitalized.
No other information about the incident was given.
CHP is collecting more information to establish the cause of the crash.
An Overview of Motorcycle Accident Statistics in California
- More than 500 motorcyclists died, and more than 15,500 were injured in 2017 in California.
- About 80% of all annual motorcycle accidents result in injuries or death.
- California has over 800,000 registered motorcycles, the largest in the nation.
Tips for Safe Riding of Motorcycles
- Ensure you are properly licensed before riding a motorcycle.
- Practice how to operate a motorcycle properly.
- Wear the proper protection.
- Ride responsibly.
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