Santa Barbara, CA: Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in Highway 154 Crash
Rider Sustains Major Injuries in Santa Barbara Collision on Highway 154 at Saint Francis Ranch
Santa Barbara, California (July 3, 2021) – Authorities are investigating a motorcycle collision that happened Friday night in Santa Barbara, leaving the rider seriously injured.
The California Highway Patrol said the accident occurred at about 9:10 p.m. on eastbound Highway 154 at Saint Francis Ranch.
According to the report, the motorcyclist collided with a car of unknown make and model under unclear circumstances.
The rider suffered major injuries in the crash. An ambulance was dispatched to the scene to offer medical aid and transport the patient to the hospital.
The cause of the accident will be established when authorities conclude their investigation.
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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