According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident occurred around 6:05 p.m., February 15, on the southbound San Diego (405) Freeway just south of the Santa Monica (10) Freeway.
Los Angeles, CA – A Los Angeles Police Department motorcycle officer was injured after colliding with a car Sunday evening on the 405 Freeway in West Los Angeles.
According to the California Highway Patrol, the incident occurred around 6:05 p.m., February 15, on the southbound San Diego (405) Freeway just south of the Santa Monica (10) Freeway.
The officer’s motorcycle collided with a car under unclear circumstances. The vehicles were blocking the HOV lane and the No. 1 lane after the crash.
Paramedics transported the officer to the hospital for treatment of unknown injuries.
CHP officers closed all the southbound lanes as they investigated the incident. The far right lane was reopened at 6:45 p.m. and all lanes were reopened about 8 p.m.
Los Angeles experiences a high volume of motorcycle collisions relative to many urban areas in California, driven by dense traffic, extensive freeways, and year-round riding conditions. According to California Highway Patrol data, the city sees roughly 2,840–2,847 motorcycle crashes annually, equivalent to about 7–8 collisions per day. In 2023, law enforcement reports indicate around 2,847 motorcycle accidents, including 98 fatalities and 2,341 injuries, with many crashes occurring at intersections and involving visibility issues.
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