[05-08-2024] Sonoma County, CA – Rider Killed, Others Injured Following Motorcycle Vs. Vehicle Collision in Rohnert Park

A rider was killed, and others were injured following a motorcycle vs. vehicle collision in Rohnert Park on Wednesday night, May 8, 2024. 

According to the Rohnert Park Department of Public Safety, the crash happened around 10:30 p.m. in the area of Redwood and Business Park drives. 

Authorities stated that the vehicle was approaching north on Redwood Drive at the intersection of Business Park. Meanwhile, the motorcyclist was reported traveling south on Redwood Drive, heading to the same intersection. The vehicle made a left turn in front of the southbound motorcycle, causing the rider to crash into the side of the vehicle. 

The rider was identified as a 21-year-old Rohnert Park man and was found lying down on the roadway with critical injuries. The victim was given initial medical treatment and was transported to a hospital, where he died. 

Police said that the driver and the two passengers of the vehicle sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were transported to the hospital. Alcohol does not appear to be a factor in the collision. 

Further information regarding the incident is yet to be released by the authorities. 

Anyone with information about the crash is asked to contact the Rohnert Park Department of Public Safety at (707) 584-2600.