Webster, NY (June 25, 2026) – A motorcycle rider was critically hurt in a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Bay Rd and Sunningdale Rise in Webster on Tuesday evening.
According to the Webster Police Department, officers were called to the intersection at approximately 7:08 p.m. on June 24. Investigators determined that an SUV was making a left turn when it struck a northbound motorcycle.
The motorcycle operator, a 27-year-old woman, was taken to the hospital in critical and unstable condition. The driver of the SUV also received medical treatment after the crash and was reported to have minor injuries.
No names were released following the wreck. Investigators are continuing to examine the circumstances surrounding the collision.
Our thoughts are with those receiving medical care, especially the woman facing critical injuries.
Why Left-Turn Motorcycle Collisions Can Be Especially Serious
Collisions involving motorcycles and turning vehicles can lead to severe injuries because riders have far less physical protection than occupants of larger vehicles. Even at moderate speeds, the force of contact can expose a rider to significant trauma.
Intersections are common places for these types of crashes. Drivers making left turns must judge the speed and distance of approaching traffic while also monitoring traffic signals, pedestrians, and other vehicles. A motorcycle’s smaller profile can sometimes make it harder to detect, particularly during busy traffic periods or changing light conditions.
Safety experts usually emphasize visibility, proper signaling, and careful scanning at intersections to reduce the risk of these crashes. Helmet use, protective riding gear, and modern vehicle safety technologies can also help reduce injury severity in a collision.
