Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in Pomona Crash on 57 Freeway near Temple Avenue
Pomona, California (October 27, 2021) – A motorcyclist was seriously injured Tuesday evening in a collision with an SUV on a freeway in Pomona, the California Highway Patrol reported.
The major injury crash happened at around 6:34 p.m. Tuesday, October 26, on the 57 Freeway, just north of Temple Avenue.
Reportedly, the motorcyclist collided with possibly a tan or gold-colored Honda Odyssey or a Toyota Sienna in the southbound lane of the freeway.
Major Injury Motorcycle Collision in Pomona
First responders found the motorcycle rider lying down in the No. 1 lane. The victim was then taken to a local hospital with major injuries.
The southbound lanes of the 57 Freeway near Temple were temporarily closed for one hour as the investigation took place.
No further details regarding the collision were immediately provided.
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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