Overview
- Officers responded around 5:20 a.m. to northbound State Route 17 just north of Santa's Village Road in Scotts Valley.
- Preliminary findings indicate a gray Nissan 370Z left the roadway for reasons under investigation, struck a sign and a call box, and came to rest in the left lane.
- A 37-year-old San Jose man riding a black 2025 Yamaha then collided with the rear of the Nissan at an undetermined speed and was ejected.
- Emergency crews provided life-saving aid, but the motorcyclist died at the scene, and authorities have not released his name.
- CHP reports the Nissan driver's identity is unknown and requests tips at CHP Santa Cruz (831-219-0200) or the CHP Monterey Communications Center (831-796-2160).