A motorcycle crash in Kaysville has left the rider in critical condition as of Saturday evening, according to multiple reports. The Kaysville Police Department detailed that the incident occurred just before 6:30 p.m. near 1050 East Ward Road, according to FOX13.
Horrifically, the rider was discovered lying in a grassy area off the shoulder of the road with severe head injuries. A witness, who saw the aftermath, alerted authorities to the stricken motorcyclist. Following the crash, the injured individual was life-flighted to the University of Utah Medical Center for urgent care. KUTV reported on the rider’s immediate care and their current condition at the hospital.
Officials are still piecing together the thread of events that led to this unfortunate turn. The current status of the biker, as relayed by the officials, has not changed; the motorcyclist remains in a fight for their life in the critical care unit. The crash has once again ignited conversations around motorcycle safety and the imperative to remain vigilant on the roads. As KSL mentioned, the motorcycle was flown by medical helicopter to the hospital, which speaks to the severity of the injuries sustained.
