Motorcyclist injured in rear-end collision with semi truck on Interstate 5 near Ashland, Oregon
Modified Date:
Sun, 03/31/2019 - 11:32amAccident Date:
Tuesday, July 5, 2016UPDATE: Driver sustained life-threatening injuries in crash on I-5
Oregon State Police said the motorcycle was from Mexico and travelling at about 70 mph when it ran into the back of a semi-truck.
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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Type: Motorcycle Accident
Roadway:
Interstate 5City:
Ashland, ORCounty:
Jackson County, OR
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