Rider Hurt in El Cajon Motorcycle Accident near 15518 Olde Highway 80
El Cajon, California (November 15, 2021) – A motorcyclist was hospitalized Sunday afternoon after being involved in a traffic collision in El Cajon, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The incident occurred at around 12:46 p.m. near 15518 Olde Highway 80.
A sedan collided with a motorcycle for unknown reasons.
The rider was conscious and breathing after the accident. Paramedics responded to the scene and transported the rider to the hospital with unspecified injuries.
Authorities are investigating the collision.
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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