Rider Airlifted Following Wreck on Camp Rock and Rabbit Springs Roads
A motorcycle and semi-truck collided in Lucerne Valley due to reckless driving on Thursday afternoon.
Per CHP, the motorcyclist was driving reckless on May 5th around 2:30 p.m. before colliding with the semi.
The incident occurred on Camp Rock Road and Rabbit Springs Road.
As a result, the rider suffered an arm injury and was bleeding heavily. Paramedics airlifted him to the trauma center at Loma Linda Medical Center.
Further details will be provided once an investigation is concluded.
According to statistics, approximately 80% of accidents involving a motorcycle result in injuries or death.
Motorcycle accidents, according to the NHTSA, accounted for 14% of motor vehicle accident deaths in 2019. Motorcyclists should be fully aware of the safety challenges in which they face while riding on roads in California. Below are some tips for motorcyclists:
- Wear proper protection
- Ride responsibly
- Be knowledgeable and practice how to properly operate a motorcycle
- Ensure you are licensed prior to operating a motorcycle
Contact JT Legal Group at (888) 529-3111 if you need legal assistance following an accident.