Merced County, CA: Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in Crash on Highway 99
Livingston Man Airlifted after Merced County Motorcycle Accident on Highway 99 near Westside Boulevard
Merced County, California (May 18, 2021) – A man was airlifted to a hospital after a motorcycle collided with a car Tuesday night in Winton, Merced County, the California Highway Patrol reported.
The major injury collision happened shortly after 8:00 p.m. on the southbound side of Highway 99, just north of Westside Boulevard.
According to CHP, a 25-year old Livingston man was riding a 2018 Kawasaki at approximately 70 to 80 miles per hour when he failed to slow down for the slowing traffic ahead and crashed into a 2018 Lexus Coupe.
Major Injury Motorcycle Accident on Highway 99 in Winton
The motorcyclist sustained major injuries and was transported via a helicopter to Memorial Hospital in Modesto. His name and current condition were not disclosed.
The Lexus driver did not suffer any injuries.
Police closed two lanes of Highway 99 for nearly one hour as they investigated the scene. Neither alcohol nor drugs were suspected factors in 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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