Rider Sustains Major Injuries in Castro Valley Motorcycle Accident on State Route 84 at Palomares Road
Castro Valley, California (September 24, 2021) – A motorcyclist was seriously injured Thursday morning in a traffic collision at an intersection in Castro Valley, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The major injury collision happened at around 11:39 a.m. Thursday, September 23, at the intersection of State Route 84 and Palomares Road.
A motorcycle collided with a pickup truck at the intersection, the CHP said.
The motorcycle rider was thrown off the bike upon the impact.
Medical personnel responded to the scene and rendered aid to the male rider who sustained major injuries in the collision. His name and current condition were not available.
Details regarding the pickup truck driver were not immediately provided.
The crash remains under investigation.
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.