Motorcyclist thrown from vehicle in crash outside Caledonia

Motorcycle tire (Undated CTV Northern Ontario file photo)

A motorcyclist has been taken to hospital with serious injuries after a three-vehicle crash near Caledonia.

In a social media post at 7:31 p.m. Friday, Ontario Provincial Police Sergeant Ed Sanchuk said Highway 54 was closed between Mines Road and McKinnon Drive.

“Initial investigation has determined that a motorist turned into the path of a motorcyclist, causing a crash, and ultimately ejecting that motorcyclist into the path of an oncoming vehicle.”

Sanchuk said the motorcyclist’s injuries were not considered to be life-threatening.

He reminded drivers that it was Friday the 13th, a day when many motorcyclists head to Port Dover and pack the streets for a celebration.

“Before you make any turns, make sure that you check twice. It’s going to save a life and prevent a crash,” he said.