1 Injured in Bakersfield Motorcycle Accident at Eucalyptus Drive and Stephen Kelly Lane

Bakersfield, California (April 27, 2023) – A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a collision on Thursday evening in East Bakersfield.

The California Highway Patrol says the accident happened at Eucalyptus Drive and Stephen Kelly Lane at around 5:49 p.m.

A motorcycle is reported to have collided with another vehicle in unclear circumstances. The motorcycle caught fire after the crash and was put out by a bystander.

Officials say the rider suffered major injuries in the accident and was transported to the hospital for treatment.

Additional information into the accident is underway.

An investigation into the accident is underway.