North Highlands, CA: Motorcyclist Hospitalized after Crash on Madison Ave and Airbase Dr
1 Seriously Injured in North Highlands Collision on Madison Avenue and Airbase Drive
North Highlands, California (May 9, 2021) – A motorcyclist was hospitalized after a traffic collision that happened Sunday afternoon at an intersection in North Highlands, the California Highway Patrol reported.
The incident happened at about 2:33 p.m. on Madison Avenue and Airbase Drive.
A motorcycle and a car collided for unknown reasons, blocking the intersection.
Emergency crews responded to the scene and transported the rider to the hospital for treatment of major injuries.
The cause and manner of the accident remained unknown, but CHP is investigating.
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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