Motorcycle crash closes off area near Fry’s food store
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - A motorcycle crashing into a truck closed off a section of S. 8th Avenue and W. 24th Street area near Fry's food store, according to the Yuma Police Department (YPD).
YPD says officers responded to a crash Wednesday, July 17 at around 5:38 p.m.
Their investigation revealed a 2012 Honda motorcycle was traveling westbound on W. 24th Street at high speeds, losing control and drifting into a Ford F250 pick-up truck.
The motorcycle rider was first taken to Yuma Regional Medical Center, then flown to a Phoenix area hospital in stable condition, says YPD.
"If you're riding a motorcycle - you have to be careful, you have to watch for vehicles and they don't see you as easily, so slow down, take your time, have fun doing it but you really got to watch out. Again speed is a really big factor in this, but again, slow down," said Sgt. Lori Franklin.
No other injuries were reported.
Speed appears to be a factor but alcohol does not, according to YPD.
If anyone has information on this case, YPD encourages to call their department at (928) 373-4700 or 78-Crime at (928) 782-7463 to remain anonymous.
