Auburn, CA (September 19, 2024) – A California Highway Patrol (CHP) officer was injured in a head-on accident Wednesday afternoon, September 18, while exiting the I-80 offramp near Hwy 49. The officer, on a motorcycle, collided with another vehicle at around 1:45 p.m., resulting in his ejection from the bike. He was transported to Sutter Roseville Medical Center with complaints of pain.
The driver of the vehicle remained on the scene and used the officer’s radio to call for help.
Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the accident and are expected to provide further updates as more information becomes available.