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Motorcycle Suspended from Traffic Light After Surrey-Delta Collision
5/11/2026, 5:02:45 AM
Collision Leaves Motorcycle Dangling from Traffic Light
On Saturday, May 9 2026, just before 3 p.m. PT, Delta Police responded to a crash at the 7100-block of Scott Road near the intersection of 72nd Avenue and 120th Street on the Surrey-Delta border. A sedan collided with a motorcycle, propelling the bike upward until it became entangled around an overhead traffic-signal pole. The motorcycle remained suspended above the roadway, creating a striking visual that attracted onlookers and required specialized removal by emergency crews. The crash forced the closure of Scott Road between 70th Avenue and 72nd Avenue while debris was cleared and the motorcycle was lowered.
Official Statements & Responses
Delta Police confirmed that the motorcyclist sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. The driver of the sedan was not injured. Police noted that the investigation into the cause of the collision is ongoing and that no further details have been released. Delta Firefighters IAFF Local 1763 reported that its members assisted with patient care, scene safety, and the eventual removal of the motorcycle from the traffic-signal structure. Traffic was rerouted while crews worked to restore normal flow.
On-the-Ground Reports
Witnesses described the scene as surreal. Surrey resident William Chan said he first saw a damaged car in the intersection before looking up to find the motorcycle hanging overhead. Bystander Jevon Ryan expressed disbelief at how the bike had wrapped itself around the signal pole, noting that he expected the vehicle to have been thrown onto the sidewalks or nearby businesses instead. Crowds gathered, many recording video on their phones as emergency personnel secured the area.
Verbatim Quotes
- “Never seen anything like this, like seeing a movie,” — William Chan, Surrey resident
- “Just to see how people are getting it down.… Going to be quite interesting,” — William Chan, Surrey resident
- “You’d think it would launch to the sidewalks, to the businesses but to perfectly get up there and wrap itself around.… It’s wow,” — Jevon Ryan, bystander
- “straight out of a movie,” — William Chan, Surrey resident
Impact and Road Closure
The incident halted traffic on Scott Road, prompting detours and temporary congestion. Emergency responders coordinated the safe removal of the motorcycle and cleanup of debris, highlighting the challenges of atypical crash scenarios in urban settings. The visual spectacle generated extensive social-media coverage, underscoring public interest in unusual road-safety incidents.
Investigation Status and Outstanding Questions
While authorities have confirmed the injuries and road closure, they have not disclosed the factors that led to the motorcycle’s upward trajectory. Police have indicated that the investigation into the cause of the collision remains ongoing, but no further details have been released.
