Motorcyclist Harry George Burrows, 54, seriously injured in crash with hit-and-run driver in a Dodge Charger on Highway 121 in Napa, California
Napa CHP looking for hit-and-run driver
The CHP said the rider was northbound on Highway 121, or Monticello Road, north of Vichy Avenue, around 5:40 p.m. Saturday,when a Dodge Charger coming in the opposite direction crossed over the double yellow lines, hitting the 1996 BMW motorcycle.
The motorcyclist, identified as Harry George Burrows, 54, of Moraga, was transported to Queen of the Valley Hospital. The female driver of the Dodge Charger ran from the crash site on foot. Anyone with information is asked to contact Napa police.
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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