Whitmore, CA – On the afternoon of Monday, May 5, 2025, a collision near Whitmore Road and Cow Creek Ranch Road involving a vehicle and multiple motorcycles resulted in a fatality, according to CHP Fatal.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) reports that the crash occurred around 2:39 PM in the eastern part of Shasta County.
Initial dispatch notes indicate that a vehicle struck at least two motorcycles while traveling southbound near the intersection of Whitmore Road and Cow Creek Ranch Road.
Emergency responders from CAL FIRE and the Shasta County Sheriff’s Office arrived shortly after the incident. One motorcyclist was confirmed deceased at the scene. Additional details regarding the number of motorcyclists involved or the condition of other parties were not immediately available.
The roadway was fully closed for several hours as authorities conducted their investigation and tow trucks responded to remove the involved vehicles. By approximately 6:30 PM, authorities reported that clean-up had concluded and the roadway was fully reopened.
The identity of the deceased has not yet been released pending notification of next of kin. The California Highway Patrol continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Wrongful Death Claims
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Comparative Negligence
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