One motorcyclist dies, several others injured in four-motorcycle wreck on Highway 99 in Elk Grove, California
One dead, several injured in motorcycle crash on Highway 99
The accident occurred around 11:30 a.m. and closed southbound traffic near Eschinger Road, said Officer Michael Bradley of the California Highway Patrol.
Bradley said four motorcycles were involved in the accident and one man died at the scene. Several others were transported to the hospital in various conditions.
Since motorcycle crashes often end in serious injuries, victims need immediate help
Motorcycle accidents are more likely to end in serious injuries or death for the motorcyclist, since the rider is not protected from the force of a collision. When a motorcycle accident happens, the injured rider needs immediate, appropriate medical care, the accident needs to be investigated, and the insurance companies need to be informed.
When a motorcycle crash is caused by negligence, additional steps need to be taken to protect the legal rights of the injured motorcyclist or the family members of someone killed in a motorcycle crash. Go here to learn more about motorcycle accidents and claims.
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