Motorcycle, Semi-Truck Crash in Pixley on Highway 99, Avenue 120

Major Injury Collision on State Route 99 Involving Semi-Truck and Motorcycle

TULARE COUNTY, Calif., (August 14, 2026) — A collision involving a semi-truck and a motorcycle occurred in Pixley on northbound Highway 99 near Avenue 120 early Friday morning, resulting in major injuries.

The incident was reported on Aug. 14th at approximately 8:51 a.m. when a white semi-truck with a box trailer collided with a motorcycle in the fast lane. Emergency responders, including the California Highway Patrol (CHP), arrived at the scene to find the motorcycle on the right shoulder and the semi-truck partially blocking the slow lane.

The collision, initially categorized as a minor injury crash, was later reclassified as a major injury collision by the CHP at 9:41 a.m. as the severity of the injuries became apparent. The identities of those involved have not been released at this time.

Double D Towing of Tipton was contacted to assist with the removal of the vehicles, and the roadway was reported to be cleared by 9:41 a.m. The exact cause of the crash is still under investigation by authorities, and they are seeking witnesses to come forward with any information.

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