Motorcyclist seriously injured in multi-vehicle crash in Del Mar Heights

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — A 71-year-old motorcyclist was seriously injured Wednesday afternoon in a multi-vehicle crash in the Del Mar Heights neighborhood, authorities said. According to the San Diego Police Department, the collision was reported around 3:16 p.m. in the 13800 block of Mango Drive. Police said the motorcyclist was riding a 2017 Ducati northbound when a 51-year-old woman driving a a 2025 Chevy Traxx exited a parking lot on the east side of Mango Drive and attempted to make a left turn. Investigators say the driver turned directly into the path of the rider, leading to a collision. The motorcyclist then struck a third vehicle — a 2017 Lexus driven by a 21-year-ol man traveling southbound — before being ejected from the Ducati. First responders transported the rider to a local hospital with serious injuries, including a compound fracture and an open tibia/fibula fracture to his right leg. Officials said the injuries are not considered life-threatening. Authorities said alcohol is not believed to be a factor in the crash. SDPD's Traffic Division is handling the investigation. Anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has related information is encouraged to contact police or call Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477.