Motorcyclist Jarred Dover, 23, and driver Margerette Weeks, 87, both hospitalized when their vehicles collide at Carpenter's Cove Lane and GA 105 in Cornelia, Georgia
2 injured in Habersham Co. wreck involving motorcycle
The crash happened around 12:45 p.m., according to the Georgia State Patrol. A Jeep Liberty driven by Margerette Weeks, 87, of Alto was attempting to turn left from Ga. 105 southbound onto Carpenter's Cove Lane.
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.
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