Motorcycle and Car Collide on Highway 101 in Gilroy Badly Injuring the Rider
GILROY, CA (October 15, 2019) – A motorcyclist was seriously injured following a traffic collision with a car Tuesday morning in Gilroy.
The crash happened around 5:26 a.m. on Highway 101 south of Masten Avenue.
CHP officials said a motorcycle was traveling northbound when it collided with a red Honda Accord. As a result, the rider suffered major injuries.
Paramedics rushed the patient to a hospital in an unknown condition.
The motorcycle was towed away from the scene of the crash.
The CHP is still investigating the incident to determine the cause and liability.
Due to the high chance of injury or death in a motorcycle accident, extreme caution should be taken whenever you drive a motorcycle on California roads. Always wear a helmet and suitable clothing before you ride your motorcycle. Drive cautiously and always expect the unexpected. Maintain a stable speed and if you are going to pass a car, make sure the other driver is aware of your presence.
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