Motorcyclist killed in Highway 50 crash in El Dorado County
Summary
Motorcycle Crash Slippery Ford California in Slippery Ford, California: An 85-year-old motorcyclist from Lincoln was killed in a head-on crash on Highway 50 near Slippery Ford Road, east of Twin Bridges in El Dorado County on Sunday. According to California Highway Patrol, the man was riding a white 2009 BMW F650GS motorcycle eastbound and crossed into the westbound lane, colliding head-on with a white 2022 Lincoln Navigator driven by a 38-year-old woman from San Lorenzo, who was not injured. Life-saving measures were attempted, but the motorcyclist died from his injuries at the scene. It is unknown whether alcohol or drugs were a factor, and the crash remains under investigation.
Publicly reported parties
| Name | Role | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 85-year-old Lincoln man | At-fault party |
Original reporting
Motorcyclist killed in Highway 50 crash in El Dorado County