A motorcyclist was taken to hospital after a collision with a semi-truck in southeast Calgary on Thursday afternoon. The crash occurred near the intersection of 52nd Street and 114th Avenue S.E. around 3:30 p.m., according to Calgary police.
Emergency crews responded to the scene and found the motorcyclist with serious injuries. The victim was transported to a local hospital in stable condition. The driver of the semi-truck remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators.
Police have not released any details about what may have caused the collision. The intersection was closed for several hours as officers conducted their investigation. Traffic in the area was diverted until the scene was cleared.
This incident serves as a reminder for all motorists to remain vigilant and share the road safely. Motorcyclists are especially vulnerable in collisions, and drivers are urged to check blind spots and signal properly.
Anyone with information or dashcam footage of the crash is asked to contact the Calgary Police Service or Crime Stoppers anonymously.
