BC Highway Patrol continues to investigate a serious crash involving a motorcyclist and an SUV on Highway 17 in Tsawwassen Saturday afternoon.
Police are looking for more witnesses and dash-camera video to determine exactly what happened.
According to BC Highway Patrol, on July 12 at around 11:15 a.m., a black Harley Davidson motorcycle collided with a dark green Toyota SUV on Highway 17 and Tsawwassen Drive. A second SUV, a grey Honda, was damaged by debris from the initial collision.
“The minutes leading up to the collision, and the moments before the collision, are crucially important to the investigation,” said Cpl. Michael McLaughlin with BC Highway Patrol. “If you were in the area and saw these vehicles, or have dash camera footage, you could really help police by sharing what you saw.”
The motorcyclist, a 37-year-old man from Port Alberni, is expected to survive but may have life-altering injuries. Nobody else was hurt in the collision, and all drivers involved in the crash stayed on scene and have been cooperative with police.
The highway was closed and traffic delays to and from the Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal were impacted for hours while BC Highway Patrol and the Integrated Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Service investigated at the scene.
Delta police were also on scene assisting.
To contact BC Highway Patrol about dash camera video or to share what you saw, call 604-526-9744 and quote file 2025-1217.
The Delta Police Department is urging both motorcyclists and drivers to be extra cautious on the roads following two other serious motorcycle-related collisions that occurred last weekend.
“These incidents serve as a stark reminder that motorcycle season is in full swing, and with that comes an increased risk on our roadways,” said S/Sgt. Mike Whiteley, media relations officer with Delta police.
On Nordel Way in North Delta, a motorcyclist riding in a group lost control and struck a concrete divider. The motorcycle caught fire and was destroyed.
Fortunately, the rider sustained only minor injuries. Early indicators suggest rider inexperience and speed may have been contributing factors.
On Admiral Boulevard in Ladner, a single-vehicle crash occurred when a motorcyclist lost control and struck two parked cars. The rider was transported to hospital in critical condition. Investigators believe that speed and potential impairment may have contributed to the incident.
“We want to emphasize the importance of shared responsibility,” added Whiteley. “Motorcyclists must ride within their skill level, avoid speeding or riding impaired, and wear proper protective gear. Drivers must also stay alert, double-check blind spots, and yield appropriately — especially when turning.”
Delta police are continuing to investigate each incident. They are asking witnesses or those with dashcam footage to come forward.
