Two people were critically injured following a motorcycle vs. vehicle crash in East Oakland on Monday night, July 8, 2024.
According to the Oakland Police Department, the serious traffic incident happened around 8:18 p.m. in the 8000 block of International Boulevard.
Police reported that a man and a woman in their 20s were riding a dirt bike as driver and passenger, respectively, heading westbound along a designated bus-only lane at about 65 mph. At the same time, a 2001 Toyota Avalon driven by another man was also traveling westbound on International Avenue and was turning left onto 80th Avenue.
The Toyota hit the motorcycle at the intersection. It is said that the impact of the collision threw both occupants of the dirt bike onto the roadway, inflicting serious injuries.
The male driver of the dirt bike suffered severe body trauma and was later picked up by an unidentified person along with the crashed motorcycle. Notably, they left out the female passenger in the roadway. The person who picked up the man then dropped him off at a hospital for further medical care before driving off with the dirt bike.
Meanwhile, the woman who was left out also sustained severe injuries, particularly in the head. She was transported to a nearby hospital via ground ambulance. OPD said they found only one helmet at the scene, but they have not yet identified who among the two injured riders was wearing it.
The Toyota driver appeared uninjured following the incident. Police said the driver remained at the scene for questioning and cooperated with the investigators.
None of the parties involved have been publicly identified yet. Further information will be provided as soon as it becomes available.
Potential witnesses to the crash are encouraged to contact the authorities to share their stories at 510-777-8570.
Don’t Know What To Do After An Accident?
Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
What A Lawyer Can Do For You
Many victims put off calling a lawyer even if they sustain injuries after an accident. However, lawyers can help you in many ways. They can provide you with police reports, CCTV footage, and witness statements to strengthen your case. Your attorney will also negotiate with insurance companies to get you fair compensation. The best part is that they will do all of these things for you at no upfront cost. So if you’re injured in an accident, hire a personal injury attorney to recover medical bills, car repair costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering.
