Tulare, CA (Sept 03, 2024) – A motorcycle crash on Richgrove Drive near Grapefruit Street in Tulare tonight left a rider critically injured.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported that the collision occurred around 8:12 PM when the motorcyclist went off the roadway, suffering major injuries that required immediate medical care.
Emergency crews, including firefighters, medical responders, and tow services, arrived quickly to secure the scene and assist the rider. Authorities confirmed the motorcycle was a black quad and that the motorcyclist was the only person involved.
The CHP classified the incident as a major injury collision. An investigation remains ongoing to determine what caused the crash. Traffic on Richgrove Drive was briefly affected while responders cleared the area.
This accident underscores the risks solo motorcyclists face on residential and less-traveled roads, where even a single error can result in severe injuries.