Leslie Simmerman, Lisa Gumm Injured in Motorcycle Crash on Highway 26 in Calaveras County
Leslie Simmerman, Lisa Gumm Airlifted after Calaveras County Motorcycle Accident on Highway 26 near Double Springs Road
Calaveras County, California (April 20, 2021) – The driver of a motorcycle and their passenger were injured Saturday afternoon in a traffic collision in Calaveras County, according to authorities.
The crash happened at around 2:40 p.m. Saturday, April 17, on Highway 26, just east of Double Springs Road.
The authorities said Leslie Simmerman, 61, of Manteca, was riding a 2017 Harley Davidson westbound on Highway 26 when he crossed over the double yellow line at a right-hand curve towards an eastbound 2020 Ford Transit Van, driven by Gaberiel Kinney, 30, of Modesto.
Kinney swerved to the right in an attempt to avoid the collision, but the van was hit on the left side by the motorcycle.
Motorcycle, Car Accident on Highway 26 in Calaveras County
Both Simmerman and his passenger, Lisa Gumm, 54, of Stockton, were airlifted to Modesto hospitals for treatment of their injuries. Their current condition was not available.
Kinney did not suffer any injuries.
No additional information about the accident was provided.
The collision 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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