Motorcyclist Injured in Crash with Vehicle on Felton Empire Rd near Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park in Santa Cruz County

Santa Cruz County, CA – On the afternoon of Tuesday, May 27, 2026, a collision between a car and a motorcycle left a rider with major injuries, according to KSBW.

The California Highway Patrol reports that the accident took place around 3:15 PM on Felton Empire Road near Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park.

Authorities said the collision involved a car and a motorcycle, resulting in major injuries. No information regarding the condition of the car’s driver had been released at the time of reporting, and the circumstances leading up to the collision had not been determined.

The investigation remains ongoing.

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Determining fault in a collision can involve multiple factors, and under California’s comparative negligence rule, several parties can share partial responsibility. Should evidence reveal that another party contributed to the injuries, victims may be eligible to file a personal injury claim with the responsible party’s insurance, which can provide compensation for medical bills and lost wages during recovery.

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