Rider Killed in Pala Mesa Motorcycle Accident on Interstate 15 near State Route 76
Pala Mesa, California (September 15, 2021) – A motorcyclist was killed Wednesday morning in a traffic crash in the Pala Mesa area of northern San Diego County, according to the California Highway Patrol.
The deadly collision occurred just before 11:30 a.m. on Interstate 15, just south of State Route 76.
The CHP said the motorcyclist collided with a big rig on the southbound side of the interstate.
Deadly Motorcycle Accident on Interstate 15 in Pala Mesa
The motorcyclist, whose name has not been disclosed pending notification of next of kin, died in the crash.
Multiple lanes of Interstate 15 were closed for nearly one hour during the investigation.
No further details regarding the collision were 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.