News: Motorcyclist critically injured after crash with vehicle near Smithville Lake

CLAY COUNTY, MO – A motorcyclist was critically injured in a crash involving a suspected drunk driver near Smithville Lake, KCTV reported.

 

The accident took place Sunday evening on Litton Way near DD Highway. According to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office, a Chevrolet Cruze and a Harley Davidson motorcycle collided at about 7:40 p.m.

 

The 34-year-old man driving the motorcycle suffered injuries that were life-threatening and was transported to an area hospital in critical condition. He was not wearing a helmet at the time of the accident, the sheriff’s office said.

 

Authorities said the driver of the car was in custody on suspicion of driving while intoxicated.

 

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