![[08-16-2025] Three Hospitalized After Car and Motorcycle Collision in Oceanside](https://ak1.to//u5va.webp)
Three people were hospitalized following a traffic collision between a car and a motorcycle in Oceanside early Saturday morning, August 16, 2025.
According to the Oceanside Police Department, the crash occurred around 2:00 a.m. when a Volkswagen Beetle traveling northbound on Douglas Drive was struck on the driver’s side by a Harley-Davidson motorcycle traveling eastbound on Mission Avenue.
Authorities said the 24-year-old motorcyclist and his 23-year-old female passenger were ejected from the motorcycle. The rider was transported to a hospital with major injuries, while the passenger was hospitalized with moderate injuries.
The 19-year-old driver of the Volkswagen, an Oceanside resident, sustained minor injuries and was also taken to a hospital. Police said she was not suspected of being under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Preliminary findings indicated that alcohol consumption by the motorcycle rider may have been a factor in the crash.
The Oceanside Police Department’s Major Accident Investigation Team responded to the scene. The investigation is ongoing.
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.
