Riverside, CA: Motorcyclist Severely Hurt in Crash on Highway 91
Rider Injured in Riverside Crash on Highway 91 near Interstate 215
Riverside, California (March 9, 2021) – A motorcyclist was severely injured after colliding with a car Monday afternoon in Riverside, the California Highway Patrol reported.
The rider was involved in the accident at around 2:31 p.m. on eastbound Highway 91 near Interstate 215.
The report said the motorcyclist collided with a black Kia Soul. The crash left both the rider and the motorcycle down in the roadway.
A white Dodge Ram was stopped sideways in traffic lanes, and the driver was directing traffic.
CHP officers, firefighters, and paramedics responded to the scene to find the rider with severe injuries. The victim was taken to the hospital in unknown condition.
An investigation to establish the cause of the crash is ongoing.
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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