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Update at 3:35 p.m.: The wreckage has been cleared and traffic is moving freely once again.
Update at 3:20 p.m.: The CHP reports that the motorcycle rider was flown from the scene after suffering major injuries. Officers remain on the scene investigating the crash as a tow crew removes the wreckage. Traffic is moving, but slowly, so motorists may want to find an alternative route if possible.
Original post at 14:55 p.m.: Valley Springs, CA — First responders remain on the scene of a motorcycle versus vehicle crash on Highway 12 that has traffic backed up in the Valley Springs area of Calaveras County.
The collision happened after 2 p.m. in front of the Kwik Serve Gas Station and the Lime Creek Road intersection, causing a backup of traffic in both directions on the highway. An air ambulance has been called to the scene but no details on injuries have been released.
This post was last modified on 04/08/2022 3:36 pm
Written by Tracey Petersen.
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