A motorcyclist was hospitalized Monday evening after a collision with a pizza delivery car in South Vancouver, according to Vancouver police. The crash occurred around 7:30 p.m. near the intersection of Victoria Drive and East 41st Avenue.
Details of the crash
Police say the motorcyclist, a man in his 30s, was traveling southbound on Victoria Drive when he collided with a sedan that was turning left onto East 41st Avenue. The sedan was operated by a pizza delivery driver in his 20s. The motorcyclist was thrown from his bike and suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries. He was transported to Vancouver General Hospital in stable condition.
The driver of the sedan remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators. No charges have been filed, but police are looking into whether speed or distraction were factors.
Impact on traffic
The intersection was closed for several hours as police investigated and cleared the wreckage. Traffic in the area was diverted, causing delays for commuters. The road reopened by midnight.
Witnesses reported hearing a loud crash and seeing the motorcyclist lying on the ground. One witness, who asked not to be named, said the pizza delivery driver appeared shaken but unhurt.
Safety concerns
This incident highlights ongoing safety concerns for motorcyclists in Vancouver. According to the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia, there were 1,200 motorcycle crashes in the province in 2025, resulting in 28 fatalities. Police urge all drivers to watch for motorcycles, especially at intersections.
Vancouver police are asking anyone with dashcam footage of the crash to contact their collision investigation unit.
