Downed Tree Branch Contributes To Motorcycle Collision

From the Middletown Police
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On Sunday, November 13, 2011, at approximately 7:00 A.M., a motorcycle collision occurred in the area of 1079 Saybrook Road.

The preliminary investigation indicates that a 1982 BMW, motorcycle, operated by, Mr. Allen Anderson, age: 55, of Haddam, was traveling in a northerly direction on Saybrook Road. The motorcycle traveled to the left to avoid a tree branch in the roadway. As the motorcyclist attempted to travel back into the northbound lane the collision occurred.

The operator was transported Hartford Hospital for injuries sustained in the collision.

Witnesses to the collision are asked to contact Officer David Godwin of the Traffic Unit (860) 344-3264.