Highway 101 Motorcycle Crash in North Hollywood
The motorcycle crash that took place Thursday evening in North Hollywood left one person with injuries.
It was reported that the accident took place at 7:35 p.m. on Highway 101 near Vineland Avenue.
When authorities responded they found a BMW & motorcycle which had collided in the southbound lanes.
It is unclear, however, what led to the collision.
The motorcyclist was taken to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center for treatment as well.
Investigators are actively working to determine liability.
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