National City, CA: Rider Injured in Hit-and-run Collision on 805 Freeway
Motorcyclist Hurt in National City Accident on 805 Freeway
National City, California (June 2, 2021) – A rider was hurt following a suspected hit-and-run collision early Tuesday morning in National City.
The motorcycle accident was reported at approximately 6:34 a.m., on June 1, along the Interstate 805 Freeway just north of the Plaza Boulevard freeway entrance.
As per the California Highway Patrol report, a motorcycle collided with a driver in a white Dodge Dakota pickup truck that was exiting on Imperial Avenue and taking back roads while fleeing.
A black hatchback was also possibly involved in the crash.
National City Hit-and-run Crash
Due to the impact, the unidentified rider was ejected from the bike and sustained unspecified injuries.
An investigation into the accident is underway.
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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