Serious Motorcycle crash in Sudbury linked to rock-throwing teens

Incident details

A serious accident occurred on Maley Drive in Sudbury on Wednesday afternoon, resulting in one person being hospitalized with significant injuries. The incident happened when rocks, allegedly thrown onto the roadway by a group of teenagers, caused a motorcycle to lose control and slide into a ditch.

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Victim information

The motorcycle rider sustained severe injuries and was promptly taken to Health Sciences North for medical treatment. The exact nature of the injuries has not been released, but police have described them as “significant.”

Investigation

Authorities are actively investigating the incident and are searching for the group of teens believed to be responsible.

• According to witness reports, the teenagers were seen throwing rocks from a rock cut onto Maley Drive just before the crash.
• Police have confirmed that several rocks and small boulders were found on the roadway at the crash site, leading investigators to believe that the motorcycle rider may have been struck by one of these rocks, causing the accident.

Witnesses provided descriptions of two of the teens:

• one is described as a male with shoulder-length red hair and freckles, wearing a black hoodie and black jogging pants.
• The second individual was seen wearing a white or grey hoodie.

Call for witnesses

The Sudbury Police are urging anyone with information about this incident to come forward. They are particularly interested in hearing from any witnesses, individuals with dash cam footage from the area, or anyone who might know the identities of the suspects involved.

Legal resources

For those seeking more information and legal guidance about motorcycle or car accidents in Ontario, the dedicated Sudbury car accident lawyers at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP are here to support you.

We understand the overwhelming challenges you face after a vehicle accident and are committed to fighting for your rights. Our compassionate and experienced personal injury lawyers offer free consultations to guide you through the legal process and ensure you receive the full compensation you deserve. Your recovery is our priority.