Motorcyclist hospitalized after crashing on I-35, police say

Crash happened around 10:30 p.m. near Rayburn Drive

The crash happened around 10:30 p.m. on Interstate 35 near Rayburn Drive on the city’s South Side. (KSAT)

SAN ANTONIO – A motorcyclist was taken to an area hospital following a crash on Interstate 35 late Wednesday night, according to San Antonio police.

The crash happened around 10:30 p.m. on Interstate 35 near Rayburn Drive on the city’s South Side.

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According to police, officers responded to the area and found the motorcyclist on the ground, separated from his bike. The man was taken by ambulance to an area hospital, where he’s expected to recover.

Police said It appears the motorcyclist may have intentionally laid the motorcycle down, in order to avoid a collision.

The motorcyclist told officers that a vehicle stopped in front of him, causing the accident, although there were no damages to the motorcycle that were consistent with an accident or the motorcycle being struck, authorities said.

The San Antonio Police Department, the San Antonio Fire Department an EMS all responded to the call.

The investigation into the crash is ongoing, police said.


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