[05-12-2026] Sacramento County, CA – Motorcyclist Injured in Crash with Semi Truck in Citrus Heights

A motorcyclist sustained injuries following a crash involving a semi truck in Citrus Heights early Tuesday morning, May 12, 2026.

According to the Citrus Heights Police Department, the collision occurred in the northbound lanes of San Juan Avenue at Westgate Drive.

Authorities stated that approximately 50 gallons of diesel fuel spilled onto the roadway as a result of the collision.

Emergency crews responded to the scene, and multiple lanes were closed while authorities investigated the incident and crews handled the fuel spill.

The rider was transported to a hospital with moderate injuries.

Authorities are investigating the cause of the incident.

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