Sebastopol, CA: Motorcyclist Killed in Head-On Crash on Occidental Road
Rider Dies in Sebastopol Motorcycle Accident on Occidental Road near High School Road
Sebastopol, California (May 21, 2021) – A motorcyclist was killed Friday morning in a collision with a car in Sebastopol, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The deadly crash happened at around 8:21 a.m. on Occidental Road, just west of High School Road.
CHP said a Yamaha motorcycle was heading eastbound on Occidental Road when the rider cross over double yellow lines to pass a slower vehicle.
For unknown reasons, the motorcyclist collided head-on with a Chevrolet SUV. A Mercedes SUV traveling eastbound struck the right side of the Chevrolet.
Deadly Motorcycle, Car Accident on Occidental Road in Sebastopol
Paramedics responded to the scene and found the motorcyclist unresponsive as a result of the crash. Sadly, the rider was pronounced dead at the scene. The name of the victim has not been disclosed pending notification of next of kin.
The Chevrolet driver and her juvenile passengers were not injured in the crash. The driver of the Mercedes and her passenger were also unhurt.
Officers closed Occidental Road at High School Road following the incident.
The accident remains under investigation. Anyone with information about the crash is urged to contact the Santa Rosa CHP office at 707-588-1400.
Motorcyclist Safety
The safe riding of a motorcycle can help reduce the number of motorcycle accidents that happen every day. Motorcyclists should be aware of the safety challenges that riders face while on California roadways and know how to respond to them. Such challenges include; Risky motorcycle riding practices like weaving at unsafe speeds, downshifting, reduced visibility by other road users, size of the motorcycle compared to other vehicles, among others.
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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