Santa Rosa, CA: Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in Traffic Crash on Highway 101
Rider Injured in Santa Rosa Collision on Highway 101 near River Road Off-Ramp
Santa Rosa, California (May 16, 2021) – A motorcyclist suffered major injuries after colliding with a car early Sunday morning on a highway in Santa Rosa, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The accident was reported just after midnight on southbound Highway 101, just south of River Road off-ramp.
As per the report, a sports motorbike collided with a silver Audi SUV under unclear circumstances.
The motorcyclist fell off the bike due to the impact.
First responders found the rider conscious and breathing but with serious injuries. The patient was taken to the hospital in an unknown condition. The driver of the Audi declined medical attention.
CHP is investigating to establish the cause of the collision.
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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