San Jose, CA: Rider Hurt in Hit-and-Run Motorcycle Collision on Highway 101 at De La Cruz Boulevard
San Jose Accident on Highway 101 at De La Cruz Boulevard Injures Motorcyclist
San Jose, California (May 20, 2021) – An alleged hit-and-run collision that took place Wednesday night in San Jose injured a motorcyclist.
The motorcycle crash happened on Highway 101 at De La Cruz Boulevard just around 9:10 p.m.
As per the California Highway Patrol report, the motorcyclist was hit by a vehicle on the highway for undetermined reasons.
San Jose Hit-and-Run Crash
The unidentified rider sustained unspecified injuries in the accident.
Authorities said the operator of the involved automobile escaped the crash site without rendering aid to the victim.
The crash resulted in the closure of the No. 1 lane of the on-ramp for unknown time.
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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