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ELK GROVE, Sacramento County, Calif., Nov. 6, 2026 — A 72-year-old bicyclist was taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries after being hit by a vehicle on Thursday afternoon, November 5, in Elk Grove. The crash happened on Willard Parkway between Blossom Ridge Drive and Bilby Rd, according to the Elk Grove Police Department.
The driver of the vehicle stayed at the scene and tried to help the cyclist before paramedics arrived, according to the report.
Willard Parkway was closed for a short time while officers investigated the collision. The road has since reopened.
No further details on the cause of the crash have been released. The Elk Grove Police Department's investigation is ongoing.
Our thoughts are with those who were injured, and we wish them a full recovery.
Intersection Safety in California
The bicycle crash was reported at Blossom Ridge Drive and Bilby Rd in Elk Grove. Our California intersection resource page covers intersection crashes across California.
Frequently Asked Questions
What usually causes collisions between cars and bicycles?
Many crashes happen when a driver fails to see a cyclist, misjudges their speed, or turns across their path at an intersection or driveway. Limited visibility, distraction, and failing to yield are common factors.
Where do most car-bicycle collisions happen?
They frequently occur at intersections, driveways, and road segments where a cyclist and vehicle cross paths, rather than on long open stretches of road.
What is "dooring" and why is it dangerous?
Dooring happens when someone in a parked car opens a door into the path of an oncoming cyclist, who may have little time or space to swerve away safely.
How can cyclists stay safer in traffic?
Wearing a helmet, using lights and reflective gear, riding predictably, and staying visible to drivers at intersections can all reduce the risk of a serious injury.
