Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in Ocotillo Wells Crash on Highway 78

Ocotillo Wells Crash
Ocotillo Wells, CA: Rider Injured in Big Rig Crash on Highway 78

Ocotillo Wells, California (December 30, 2021) – A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a Wednesday afternoon big rig accident in Ocotillo Wells, authorities said.

The major injury accident happened at about 12:30 p.m., on December 29, at 5841 state Route 78.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the motorcyclist was struck by a big rig on the highway for undetermined reasons.

Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in Highway 78 Crash

The motorcyclist was seriously injured in the accident and was flown to a hospital for treatment.

Traffic on the roadway was stopped for an unknown period due to the mishap.

The crash remains under investigation.