Motorcycle-Vehicle Collision near Jack Tone Road Left Deputy Hospitalized
RIPON, CA (February 24, 2023) – Thursday morning, a police officer was injured following a motorcycle crash on Highway 99.
The incident happened on February 9th, at around 8:35 a.m., in the northbound lanes of the highway near the Jack Tone Road offramp.
According to reports, a police officer was riding his motorcycle when he become involved in a collision. The impact of the collision left the officer with serious injuries.
Emergency crews at the site of the collision transported the officer to a local hospital for treatment.
Meanwhile, the other driver involved in the crash did not obtain any injuries, and alcohol was not believed to be a factor in the incident.
After the crash, crews closed the road surrounding the crash to perform preliminary and cleanup duties.
Motorcyclists rarely escape injuries in the event of a crash. That is why it is important never to underestimate the bike’s speed when you’re riding a motorcycle. Strictly following traffic laws and the conditions of the road also prevent accidents. For other drivers, do not tailgate a motorcyclist. Keep a safe following distance and give motorcyclists a full traffic lane when you pass.
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