Accidents Reported in Southern California

A Pala Motorcycle Accident Leaves Man Burned

A Pala motorcycle accident involving a car and a motorcycle leaves a man with serious burns after the crash on State Route 76. The incident took place at approximately 1:30 PM on Sunday afternoon, May 2, 2010.

According to the California Highway Patrol, a 2002 Yamaha motorcycle traveling eastbound on State Route 76 near Magee Road slammed into the rear of a 2008 Chevrolet Colorado pickup truck. Reports indicate that the pickup truck was stopped in traffic.

The motorcyclist has been identified as Martin Davidoff, 60, of Riverside County. Rescue crews transported Davidoff to UCSD Medical Center where he was treated for severe injuries as a result of the crash. Officials report that he suffered burns over the majority of his body.

Fortunately, the driver of the pickup truck, Elizabeth Osuna, 33, of Santa Ysabel, escaped the wreck with no injuries.

“A fire ignited the fuel, engulfing the motorcycle and Mr. Davidoff in flames,” said California Highway Patrol pubic affairs officer Eric Newbury.

The Pala motorcycle accident is still under investigation by local authorities. There was no indication as to why Davidoff was unable to stop his motorcycle in time.

This is a terrible accident. Our thoughts go out to Mr. Davidoff and we wish him a speedy recovery.

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