Walnut Creek, California (October 14, 2019) – A 70-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a multi-vehicle collision on Saturday afternoon, October 12, in the Walnut Creek.
According to a police report, the crash happened at about 2:15 p.m. in the area of Highway 160 and Highway 220.
A Ford pickup, two vehicles and two motorcycles were involved in the accident.
The Ford was reportedly traveling on Highway when it came upon two stopped on Highway 220.
The Ford swerved in an attempt to avoid hitting stopped vehicles and collide head-on with an oncoming bike.
The impact of the collision caused the bike to strike a second motorcycle, ejecting both riders.
One of the motorcyclists, identified only as a 70-year-old Stockton man, died while being airlifted to a hospital.
The Ford driver, a 73-year-old Stockton resident, suffered minor injuries.
No further information concerning the accident was provided.
The police are investigating the incident.