A tragic motorcycle accident in Redwood City, CA, resulted in a fatality today, causing significant traffic disruptions on State Route 35. The incident occurred at approximately 12:37 PM near the intersection with Page Mill Road.
Emergency services were dispatched promptly to the scene, where they found the motorcyclist unresponsive and not breathing. Despite immediate efforts to provide assistance, the individual was pronounced deceased shortly after emergency responders arrived at 12:50 PM. A life flight helicopter was arranged to assist, with a designated landing zone established at Page Mill Road and Skyline Boulevard.
Due to the severity of the accident, a sig alert was issued at 1:15 PM, indicating that both northbound and southbound lanes of State Route 35 were blocked. Motorists were advised to seek alternate routes as traffic delays were expected. The roadway remained closed for several hours while emergency personnel conducted their investigation and cleared the scene.
The coroner's office was also called to manage the situation following the fatality. By 3:34 PM, the roadway was cleared, and the sig alert was canceled. The motorcycle involved in the incident was towed away as part of the evidence collection process, with the tow completed by 4:10 PM.
This unfortunate event underscores the dangers faced by motorcyclists on busy roadways. Authorities urge all drivers to exercise caution and remain vigilant while sharing the road with motorcyclists. The California Highway Patrol is continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the accident to determine the cause and any contributing factors.
As the community mourns this tragic loss of life, local officials remind residents to drive safely and be aware of their surroundings. The California Highway Patrol encourages anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward to assist in the ongoing investigation.