A serious injury collision involving a motorcycle and a vehicle near the intersection of Cornville Road and State Route 89A sent the motorcyclist to a Phoenix hospital with serious injuries.
An investigation into Wednesday’s accident by the Cottonwood Police Department indicates that the motorcyclist was turning eastbound onto Cornville Road when he encountered heavy traffic with vehicles stopped in the eastbound lane. Unable to stop in time, the motorcyclist collided with the rear of a pickup truck.
The rider sustained serious injuries and was transported by helicopter to a Phoenix-area hospital for treatment. Fortunately, no other injuries were reported.
At this time, impairment does not appear to be a factor in the collision; however, a witness reported observing reckless riding just prior to the incident.