Thread by @ClackCoSheriff

THREAD: Just before 8 p.m. on June 2, a motorcyclist lost control of his bike in the oncoming lane of Hwy. 211, just outside Molalla.

He fell off the motorcycle just before it smashed into our deputy’s patrol car.

Incredibly, the rider and deputy were not seriously hurt.

As seen on our dash-cam, the patrol deputy was headed east on Hwy. 211 when a motorcycle comes into view travelling at a high rate of speed in the opposite direction.

It appears the rider saw the patrol car and lost control of his bike, crossing into the oncoming lane.

Incredibly, no one was seriously injured.

The rider slid away from the patrol vehicle while the motorcycle went under the patrol car. The deputy suffered some minor injuries due to the impact, but he will be OK.

The two vehicles, however, sustained significant damage.

Witnesses at the scene reported the motorcyclist had been riding aggressively. @ORStatePolice responded to the scene to investigate.

@ORStatePolice The motorcycle rider was transported to an area hospital with non-life threatening injuries — and issued a citation in lieu of custody for Reckless Driving.

The rider also received traffic citations for not having a motorcycle endorsement and No Insurance.

@ORStatePolice Considering the significant damage, this incident could have ended much worse for those involved.

It's a stark reminder of the dangers of the job — as well as a dramatic reminder to ride safely as summer approaches and more people take to the roads.

Be careful out there!