La Jolla, CA (January 16, 2026) – A 31-year-old man sustained significant injuries on Thursday morning following a motorcycle accident near Genesee Avenue in the La Jolla area of San Diego, according to dispatch communications.
The incident was reported on January 15 at approximately 11:49 a.m. Preliminary details suggest that the motorcyclist was struck after another vehicle allegedly cut in front of him, resulting in a collision. The force of the impact caused the rider to suffer multiple abrasions to both legs and a serious laceration to his right knee.
Medics arrived on scene and provided immediate aid to the injured motorcyclist. He remained conscious and alert during initial treatment and was subsequently transported to a local hospital for major trauma care due to the severity of his leg injuries.
Authorities have not yet released information regarding the other vehicle involved, and it is unclear whether any citations or charges will follow. The collision caused temporary traffic delays in the area as officials investigated the scene and cleared debris.
Local law enforcement is continuing to examine the circumstances that led to the incident.
We extend our best wishes to the injured rider and hope for a full and smooth recovery.
