The California Highway Patrol said a motorcyclist was traveling westbound when they drifted across the centerline and collided with an oncoming black Nissan Altima
Madera County, Calif.– A motorcyclist was killed in a crash with a vehicle in Madera County on Tuesday evening, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The collision occurred on Avenue 9 and Road 30 1/2 at about 5:38 p.m.
The California Highway Patrol said a motorcyclist was traveling westbound when they drifted across the centerline and collided with an oncoming black Nissan Altima.
The motorcyclist, who was not wearing a helmet, was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The other driver had minor injuries and was taken to a hospital for treatment.
The cause of the crash is under investigation by the CHP.
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