BICYCLE ACCIDENT: Teenager Seriously Injured in Mariposa Bike Crash

June 28, 2010

Mariposa – A 17-year old girl was airlifted to a hospital after suffering from head injuries in a bicycle crash, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) reported.

CHP said the accident occurred on Ben Hur road, about two miles south of Highway 49.

Reports said the girl was riding with a group of cyclists when the accident happened. Witnesses said the girl tried to swerve to avoid a pothole but lost control of the bicycle and crashed.

The identity of the victim was not released as authorities continue with their investigations.