1 Injured in Sacramento Motorcycle Accident on Highway 99 near Grant Line Road
Sacramento, California (September 19, 2021) – At least one person was injured in a motorcycle accident that happened in South Sacramento on Saturday afternoon.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the accident happened on Highway 99 near Grant Line Road at about 1:21 p.m. September 18.
A big rig and a motorcycle were involved in the collision. The events leading up to the accident, however, were not immediately established.
The CHP said the rider was seriously injured in the accident and was transported to Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center for treatment.
No additional information about the accident was provided.
An investigation into the accident is ongoing.
Motorcycle Accident
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.