Newhall Pass, CA: Motorcycle Accident on Interstate 5 near 14 Freeway
1 Injured in Newhall Pass Motorcycle Crash on Interstate 5 near 14 Freeway
Newhall Pass, California (September 18, 2020) – One person was hospitalized Friday afternoon following a traffic accident involving a motorcycle in the Newhall Pass, according to a local news source.
The motorcycle crash happened at about 3:48 p.m. on Interstate 5, just north of 14 Freeway.
Authorities said a motorcyclist was possibly struck by a vehicle whose driver fled the scene.
Motorcycle Crash on Interstate 5 near 14 Freeway in Newhall Pass
Emergency personnel responded to the scene and rendered to one person who was injured as a result of the crash.
The patient was then taken to a hospital for treatment. The name and condition of the victim were not immediately disclosed.
The roadway was closed due to the crash.
The accident remains under investigation.
Motorcycle accidents more often than not result in major injuries, and sometimes death. Most motorcycle accidents in California involve collision with other vehicles, typically automobiles. When an automobile collides with a motorcycle, chances are high that the motorcyclist will sustain injuries. Riders are, therefore, advised to always wear protective gear whenever they hit the road. Protective gear can greatly reduce the extent of injuries that a rider sustains in the event of an accident. On the other hand, being involved in a motorcycle collision while not wearing proper protective gear will not only increase the chances for sustaining major injuries, but may also adversely affect the amount of settlement you get if you filed a personal injury claim.
Motorcycle injury claims are complicated and in most of the time, need legal expertise. If you sustained injuries or lost a loved one in a motorcycle accident, our motorcycle accident attorney could help you handle your claim.
Call our office today at Click to call: 866-803-6502 for a free consultation and a free report on the accident.
