Minor Injuries Sustained in Sherman Oaks Crash on Interstate 405 near Ventura Boulevard
Sherman Oaks, California (October 21, 2021) – Authorities are investigating a multi-vehicle accident that happened Wednesday evening in Sherman Oaks.
The California Highway Patrol said the accident occurred at around 7:05 p.m. on northbound Interstate 405, just south of Ventura Boulevard.
A motorcycle and two cars were involved in the pileup.
The rider and the motorcycle were blocking the No. 1 lane after the collision.
The report said minor injuries were sustained in the collision, and an ambulance was sent to the scene to offer medical aid.
A SigAlert was issued closing the Nos. 1, 2 and HOV lanes for about half an hour following the accident.
CHP is investigating the incident.
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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