[05-01-2024] San Bernardino County, CA – Multiple Injuries Reported After Two Crashes Involving Bicyclist in Hesperia

Multiple injuries were reported after two crashes involving a bicyclist in Hesperia in the early hours of Wednesday, May 1, 2024.

According to the Hesperia Police Department, the first traffic incident occurred at about 12:30 a.m. at the intersection of Main Street and I Avenue.

Police said that a Chevrolet Avalance driving westbound on Main Street struck a bicyclist who was crossing the roadway. The bicyclist, who remains unnamed, suffered serious injuries as a result of the crash and was airlifted to a trauma center. The driver, who was uninjured at this point, remained at the scene as the authorities arrived.

While the investigation into the initial collision ensued, a second crash occurred involving the same Chevrolet. A Toyota Camry collided with the Chevy while its driver was gathering items from the vehicle. Allegedly, the Toyota driver was distracted as the car approached the scene of the first crash.

The occupants of the Toyota and the Chevy driver sustained minor injuries and were taken to a local hospital for treatment. It is unclear how many were inside the Toyota when the second incident happened. 

Further details were not available at this time, and the authorities are still gathering all the necessary information to determine the factors leading up to the two consecutive collisions.

Investigations are underway. Potential witnesses are encouraged to contact the authorities.