Rider Hospitalized with Major Injuries after Petaluma Motorcycle Crash on Ely Road and Old Redwood Highway
Petaluma, California (September 24, 2021) – A motorcyclist was hospitalized with major injuries after a head-on collision that happened Thursday night at an intersection in Petaluma.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the wreck was reported just after 9:00 p.m. on Ely Road N at Old Redwood Highway.
A Harley-Davidson motorcycle collided head-on with a Toyota Camry for unknown reasons.
Firefighters and medical personnel responded to the scene after receiving reports about the accident.
Rider Hospitalized after Petaluma Motorcycle Crash
The rider was transported to the hospital with major injuries.
The motorcycle was towed away with a detached front wheel and the Camry with moderate front-end damage.
The intersection remained blocked as crews worked the scene.
CHP is investigating 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.