Man Injured in San Antonio Motorcycle Crash on Palo Alto Road near Somerset Road

San Antonio, Texas (June 18, 2022) – A man in his 60s was injured Friday night in a motorcycle crash in Southwest San Antonio, according to the police.

The crash happened around 9:15 p.m., June 17, in the 500 block of Palo Alto Road near Somerset Road.

Police said the man was riding his motorcycle southbound and was towing an improvised trailer when a Honda Civic hit him.

The motorcycle did not have any rear lights, and the rider was wearing dark clothing at the time of the crash.

The motorcyclist was taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The Civic driver stopped at the scene and rendered aid. They were not intoxicated.

The police are investigating the crash.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

There are many different reasons why motorcycle accidents occur, including driver negligence, driver inattention, texting and driving, speeding, fatigue, failure to yield the right of way from a stop sign or private drive, running a red light, and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. While the factors listed above are the main causes of most accidents, there may also be other factors involved, which is why it’s important that an investigation be conducted before evidence disappears, especially in cases involving a fatality.  At Joel A. Gordon & Associates, we will act quickly to secure accident scene photos, interview witnesses, obtain police records, and secure other valuable evidence needed to win your case.  Call now for a free consultation.

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