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Motorcyclist hospitalized after crash north of Slaton - KCBD
A motorcyclist landed in the hospital Friday morning after losing control on Highway 84 near FM 1585, just north of Slaton. Lubbock County Sheriff's deputies were called to the crash just before 8 a.m.
Lubbock County Sheriff's deputies were called to the crash just before 8 a.m. A preliminary investigation indicates the rider lost control while braking hard. The Slaton Fire Department, Slaton Police Department, and Buffalo Springs Police Department all responded to assist.
The motorcyclist was transported to a local hospital with moderate injuries. DPS is now leading the investigation into what exactly happened.
Highway 84 connects Lubbock to communities east of the city, and crashes along that corridor can affect commuters traveling early in the morning.
No other vehicles were reported involved.
Common questions
What happened on Highway 84 near Slaton Friday morning?
- A motorcyclist lost control while braking hard on Highway 84 near FM 1585, just north of Slaton, before 8 a.m. Friday. The rider was taken to a local hospital with moderate injuries. No other vehicles were involved in the crash.
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