Rider Seriously Injured in Oakland Motorcycle Crash on 880 Freeway near High Street
Oakland, California (November 29, 2021) – A motorcyclist was sent to the hospital after a multi-vehicle accident that occurred Monday morning in Oakland, the California Highway Patrol reported.
The accident happened at about 8:42 a.m. on northbound 880 Freeway, near High Street.
As per the report, a motorcyclist on a black Triumph motorcycle collided with two other vehicles for unknown reasons.
Emergency crews responded to the scene and transported the seriously injured rider to the hospital for treatment.
No other details were given, but authorities are investigating the accident.
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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