Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in Highway 101 Crash in Arroyo Grande
A motorcyclist sustained serious injuries in a collision with an SUV on southbound Highway 101 in Arroyo Grande on Sunday afternoon. The crash occurred shortly after 4:10 p.m., just north of the Oak Park Boulevard off-ramp, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP).
Authorities reported that the rider was thrown from the motorcycle and landed in brush in the center divider. Preliminary radio reports indicated the rider was unconscious, prompting the initiation of chest compressions.
The involved vehicles included a silver Honda CR-V and motorcycle debris, with the CHP classifying the incident as an 11-80, which denotes major injuries. Details regarding traffic restrictions and the circumstances surrounding the collision remain under investigation.
No further information about the rider has been released at this time. Emergency response teams are on scene managing the situation.