0SHARESShareTweetTacoma Washington Motorcycle Accident – On Saturday around 1 p.m., the Tacoma Police Department took to Twitter to announce the closure of a section of Puyallup Avenue between McKinley Avenue and East “K” Street. This closure resulted from a collision between a motorcycle and a city bus.
According to police reports, an adult male motorcyclist was observed weaving through traffic as he traveled eastbound on Puyallup Avenue. Tragedy struck when the motorcycle ran a red light and collided with a city bus attempting to make an eastbound turn onto G Street.
The collision was catastrophic, leaving the motorcycle rider with severe lower-body injuries. The extent of the injuries was so grave that the victim required immediate surgery to address them. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of reckless driving and disregarding traffic signals. The Tacoma Police Department reminds all motorists and riders to exercise caution and obey traffic laws to prevent such devastating accidents.
Authorities are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision to determine the exact cause and if any charges will be filed. In the meantime, Puyallup Avenue between McKinley Avenue and East “K” Street remains closed as cleanup and investigation efforts continue.
Commuters in the area are advised to seek alternate routes and to stay updated on the situation through official channels. The Tacoma Police Department’s thoughts are with the injured motorcyclist, and they urge everyone to prioritize safety on the roadways.
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