Cromwell, CT (May 11, 2026) – A motorcycle rider was injured on Sunday evening, May 10, following a collision with a car near the Interstate 91 ramps in Cromwell, according to police.
The crash happened around 6:30 p.m. on Route 372 near the Interstate 91 on and off ramps. Preliminary information from investigators indicates that a car was exiting a gas station and attempting to enter the Interstate 91 on-ramp when it collided with an oncoming motorcycle.
Emergency units responded to the scene and transported the motorcyclist to Hartford Hospital for treatment. Police said the rider was conscious and alert following the crash, but complained of leg and back pain.
The driver of the car remained at the scene and was later issued an infraction in connection with the incident. Authorities did not release additional details regarding the exact circumstances leading up to the collision.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash.
We are thinking of the injured motorcyclist.
Why Motorcycle Crashes Near Highway Ramps Can Be Dangerous
Motorcycle crashes near highway entrances and exits often happen because drivers are focused on merging traffic or turning movements rather than smaller vehicles already on the roadway. Motorcycles can be more difficult to spot, especially during quick lane changes or turns across traffic.
In collisions involving cars and motorcycles, riders are at a much greater risk of injury because they lack the protective structure found in passenger vehicles. Leg, back, and head injuries are common even when riders remain conscious after impact. Areas surrounding highway ramps may also have heavier traffic flow and sudden speed changes, increasing the likelihood of crashes. Investigators typically review vehicle positioning, driver visibility, and right-of-way conditions to determine how these incidents occur.
