Rider Airlifted after Victorville Motorcycle Accident on Amargosa Road near La Mesa Road
Victorville, California (September 22, 2021) – A motorcyclist was seriously injured Tuesday night in a collision with a car in Victorville, according to a local news source.
The major injury crash occurred at around 11:56 p.m. Tuesday, September 21, near the entrance to the Chuck E. Cheese restaurant, which is located on Amargosa Road near La Mesa Road.
As per the local news report, a 2012 Honda NC700x motorcycle collided with a silver 2015 Toyota Highlander under unclear circumstances.
Major Injury Motorcycle Accident in Victorville
Firefighters along with the paramedics responded to the scene and found the motorcycle rider suffering from major injuries. The motorcyclist, whose name was not immediately disclosed, was then airlifted to Arrowhead Regional Medical Center.
Police temporarily closed Amargosa Road in both directions while the investigation and cleanup took place.
The Victorville Police Department is investigating the crash.
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.