Rider Seriously Injured in Riverside County Motorcycle Crash on 66th Avenue
Riverside County, California (May 31, 2022) – A motorcyclist was airlifted to the hospital after a Monday night Riverside County crash, the California Highway Patrol reported.
The wreck was reported at about 11:23 p.m. on 66th Avenue, just east of Colfax Street.
The motorcyclist collided with another vehicle under unclear circumstances.
Cal Fire and CHP officers responded to the scene.
The CHP officers closed the roadway to allow a Cal Fire helicopter to land and airlift the rider to the hospital. The rider was transported to the hospital with major injuries.
No other details were given, but CHP is investigating.
May is National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
May is National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and Pacific Attorney Group would like to remind drivers to share the road responsibly and check twice for motorcycles.
According to the Riverside County Sheriff's Department, motorcyclists are 28 times more likely to die in a traffic collision than the occupants of a vehicle. In 2019, 474 people on motorcycles were killed in California.
Here are some tips to keep in mind while driving or riding to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Motorcycle Riders
• Keep the bike lights on, even during the day.
• Apply defensive riding. Do not assume drivers can see you, and avoid riding in a driver's blind spot.
• Wear a U.S. DOT-compliant helmet with eye protection.
• Wear leather clothing such as jackets, gloves, pants, and boots with non-skid soles.
• Ensure your clothing has reflective decals or strips so drivers can see you.
Drivers
• Keep a safe distance when driving behind a motorcycle.
• Always check blind spots and mirrors before changing lanes or making a turn.
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