Traffic & Transit

Motorcycle Crashes In Vernon Sunday Night

The driver of a motorcycle was seriously hurt in a Vernon crash Sunday.

The driver of a motorcycle was seriously hurt in a Vernon crash Sunday.
The driver of a motorcycle was seriously hurt in a Vernon crash Sunday. (Chris Dehnel/Patch)

VERNON, CT — The driver of a motorcycle suffered what police described as "significant injuries" after crashing on Route 83 in Vernon Sunday night, a report indicates.

The crash took place at 8:32 p.m. on Route 83 and Windermere Avenue.

The motorcycle was the lone vehicle involved and was being driven by a 56-year-old Vernon man, police said.

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When emergency crews arrived, the man was breathing but not responsive, police said. He was taken to an area hospital, police said.

Police said anyone witnessing the crash can cal them at 860-872-9126.

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