Motorcycle Rider Seriously Injured In Multi-vehicle Collision 

The crash occurred at about 9:45 p.m. on August 29th on the Interstate 5 Freeway. 

The California Highway Patrol responded to the crash near Sutterville Road.

It is currently unknown what caused the crash between the motorcycle, a Mercedes SUV and Ford Focus. 

As a result of the impact, the Mercedes SUV sustained moderate front damage as well as a broken left tire. 

The motorcyclist, who was an unidentified woman, sustained major injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. 

Information regarding the other drivers involved has not been released.

In addition, southbound lanes of the 5 freeway were closed down for a period of time as a result of the collision. 

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