Rider Killed in Upland Motorcycle Crash on 10 Freeway near Euclid Avenue
Upland, California (November 5, 2021) – The California Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly 10 Freeway motorcycle crash that happened Friday morning in Upland.
A motorcyclist collided with a bus at around 8:15 a.m. on eastbound 10 Freeway near Euclid Avenue.
The accident happened under unclear circumstances.
The rider was lying against the center divider wall after the collision, and the bus was blocking the center divider.
A person was giving the motorcyclist cardiopulmonary resuscitation before emergency crews arrived.
Firefighters responded to the scene and blocked the Nos. 1 and 2 lanes.
As per the report, the rider died of injuries sustained in the crash. The identity of the victim was not disclosed.
The cause of the crash will be determined when authorities conclude their investigation.
Motorcycle Accidents in California
In 2019, California was leading in the number of registered motorcycles in the USA. The state has also, over the years, recorded high numbers of motorcycle accidents resulting in catastrophic injuries or death.
Some of the common causes of motorcycle collisions in California include:
- Motorcycle lane splitting
- Cars making left turns
- Speeding
- Driving under the influence
- Road hazards
Motorcyclists are more likely to suffer serious injuries when an accident happens compared to car passengers. This is so because motorcycles do not have many safety features such as airbags, safety belts or steel cage to protect riders. Instead, they rely on helmets and protective riding suits only.
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