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CHP officer runs to safety moments before car crushes motorcycle on I-80
By NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC)
· July 5, 2026
· 1 min read
A California Highway Patrol officer narrowly avoided injury Sunday morning when a car crashed into their parked motorcycle on Interstate 80 in Solano County.
The incident occurred at 7:42 a.m. on the eastbound shoulder of the highway. According to the CHP, the officer ran to safety moments bef...
Key takeaway According to the CHP, the officer ran to safety moments before a Hyundai Ioniq 5 slammed into the motorcycle.
Why this matters in The San Francisco
The close call on Interstate 80 in Solano County is a stark reminder of the risks faced by California Highway Patrol officers who often work on the side of busy highways. This incident occurred on the eastbound shoulder, an area where officers frequently stop to assist motorists or conduct traffic enforcement. The fact that the officer was able to run to safety just in time underscores the need for vigilance and quick reflexes in such situations. As the investigation into the cause of the crash continues, it will be worth watching to see if authorities identify any contributing factors, such as speeding or distracted driving, that could inform efforts to improve highway safety in the region. The incident also highlights the importance of maintaining a safe distance from emergency vehicles and other stopped cars on the highway.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 5, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Bay Area (KNTV, NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A California Highway Patrol officer narrowly avoided injury Sunday morning when a car crashed into their parked motorcycle on Interstate 80 in Solano County.
The incident occurred at 7:42 a.m. on the eastbound shoulder of the highway. According to the CHP, the officer ran to safety moments bef...
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