Motorcyclist Injured in Collision with RaccoonMotorcyclist Injured in Collision with Raccoon In a unfortunate incident, a motorcyclist sustained serious injuries after colliding with a raccoon on Route RA in Henry County, Missouri, on July 28th. According to the Missouri State Highway Patrol, Robert J. McCubbin, 41, was riding a 2005 Harley Davidson southbound on Route RA around 9:30 a.m. when he struck a raccoon in the roadway. The impact caused his motorcycle to flip over, ejecting McCubbin. Emergency responders arrived on the scene and transported McCubbin to Belton Regional Medical Center with serious injuries. The extent of his injuries is currently unknown. The incident serves as a reminder of the potential hazards faced by motorcyclists on the road, including wildlife. Drivers are urged to remain vigilant and be aware of their surroundings to prevent accidents. The Frugals.ca website published an article about the incident, highlighting the dangers posed by animals on roadways. The article provides further details of the crash and offers safety tips for motorcyclists.
HENRY CO., Mo. (KCTV) – A motorcyclist was seriously injured over the weekend after he was thrown from his motorcycle when he hit a raccoon in the road.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports that on Sunday, July 28, at approximately 9:30 a.m., emergency crews were called to the area of Route RA and SW 170 Rd., west of Clinton, for reports of a motorcycle crash.
When emergency responders arrived, they observed a 2005 Harley Davidson, driven by Robert J. McCubbin, 41, of Creighton, Missouri, traveling south on the highway.
However, troopers noticed the bike hit a raccoon in the road, causing the bike to flip over. McCubbin was thrown from the bike as it was airborne.
First responders said McCubbin was taken to Belton Regional Medical Center with serious injuries. No further information has been released.
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