Albany, CA: Major Injuries Sustained after Car and Motorcycle Crash on Interstate 80 at Gilman Street
Motorcyclist Seriously Hurt in Albany Accident on Interstate 80 at Gilman Street
Albany, California (March 28, 2021) – A rider sustained major injuries in a collision with a vehicle in Albany Saturday afternoon, March 27.
The major injury crash happened at about 12:30 p.m. on Interstate 80 (Eisenhower Freeway) near Gilman Street offramp.
As per the California Highway Patrol report, the motorcyclist rear-ended a white Toyota Corolla after splitting lanes while travelling west on the interstate.
Due to the impact, the Toyota possibly acquired a broken left rear axle damage and continued driving after the wreck.
Major Injury Albany Motorcycle Crash
The rider sustained major injuries following the mishap.
More details regarding the accident will be released after the completion of the investigation.
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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