Colfax, CA – On the morning of Sunday, July 13, 2025, a motorcyclist was killed in a single-vehicle crash along State Route 174 near White Oak Drive, according to CHP Fatal.
The incident was reported around 9:55 AM when a passerby spotted the motorcycle off the roadway near a steep embankment. Emergency responders from CAL FIRE and the Placer County Sheriff’s Office arrived on the scene shortly after. Authorities confirmed the rider had died at the scene.
The motorcycle was located approximately 25 feet down the embankment, prompting a temporary closure of southbound traffic while crews worked to recover the vehicle. All lanes were reopened by 11:30 AM.
A full investigation, including a toxicology report, is underway. The rider’s identity has not yet been released. The deceased was transported to the Placer County Morgue.
Single-Vehicle Collisions
In some cases, investigations may reveal that even in a single-vehicle accident, nearby drivers or unsafe road features share some responsibility. California’s Comparative Negligence rule means that, even if those injured in accidents are found partially at fault, they may still be eligible to receive partial compensation for damages.
