Concord, CA: Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in Crash on Highway 4
Rider Suffers Major Injuries in Concord Motorcycle Accident on Highway 4 near Port Chicago Highway
Concord, California (May 20, 2021) – A motorcycle rider sustained serious injuries following a traffic crash that happened Wednesday evening in Concord, the California Highway Patrol reported.
The major injury collision was reported just after 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 19 on Highway 4, just west of Port Chicago Highway.
According to the CHP, a Harley Davidson motorcycle collided with a black 2011 Nissan Altima in the eastbound lane of Highway 4.
Major Injury Motorcycle Collision in Concord
First responders arrived at the scene and found the motorcyclist suffering from major injuries as a result of the crash.
The rider was then taken to the Kaiser Permanente Hospital for treatment. The name and condition of the patient were not immediately disclosed.
A section of eastbound Highway 4 was blocked while the investigation took place. It was not immediately clear if the driver remained at or fled the scene after the crash.
The crash remains under investigation.
Motorcyclist Safety
The safe riding of a motorcycle can help reduce the number of motorcycle accidents that happen every day. Motorcyclists should be aware of the safety challenges that riders face while on California roadways and know how to respond to them. Such challenges include; Risky motorcycle riding practices like weaving at unsafe speeds, downshifting, reduced visibility by other road users, size of the motorcycle compared to other vehicles, among others.
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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