May 23, 2025

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Incident Overview
A serious crash occurred on Thursday, May 22, 2025 , at approximately 3:30 pm on Shepherds Hill Road in Blackwood , a southern suburb of Adelaide , involving a truck and a motorcyclist .

The collision left the 46-year-old rider with critical injuries , requiring urgent hospital treatment. The motorcycle was wedged under the rear of the truck following the impact.

The truck driver , a 38-year-old man from Holden Hill , was not injured but has been charged with causing serious harm by dangerous driving . He also received an immediate loss of licence and was released on bail to appear in Christies Beach Magistrates Court on July 31, 2025 .

Emergency services responded quickly to the scene and transported the motorcyclist to hospital, where he remains in critical condition .

“The motorcycle rider… sustained serious injuries in the crash and was rushed to hospital.”
— 7NEWS report

Location and Time

  • Crash Date: Thursday, May 22, 2025 (approximately 3:30 pm).
  • Location: Shepherds Hill Road, Blackwood, Adelaide, South Australia.

Vehicles Involved

  • A **motorcycle**, ridden by a 46-year-old man from Blackwood, which was severely damaged and found wedged under the rear of the truck.
  • A **truck**, driven by a 38-year-old man from Holden Hill, who was unharmed and later charged over the incident.

Injuries/Fatalities

  • Critical Injuries:
    • The 46-year-old motorcyclist was taken to hospital in **critical condition** with life-threatening injuries.
  • No Injuries:
    • The 38-year-old truck driver was uninjured and remained at the scene to assist police.

Emergency Response

  • Police and paramedics arrived promptly after reports of the crash between a truck and a motorbike.
  • The motorcyclist was assessed and airlifted to hospital for urgent care due to the severity of his injuries.

“The motorcyclist remains in a critical condition in hospital.”
— SA Ambulance Service update

Charges and Legal Proceedings
The 38-year-old truck driver has been formally charged with:

  • Cause serious harm by dangerous driving.

He was issued with an immediate licence suspension and released on bail ahead of his court appearance on July 31, 2025 .

South Australia Police are continuing their investigation into the cause of the crash and are reviewing available evidence to determine contributing factors.

Police Investigation
Authorities are investigating:

  • The sequence of events that led to the collision on Shepherds Hill Road.
  • Road conditions, visibility, and potential factors such as speed, distraction, or impairment.
  • Dashcam or CCTV footage of the area around **3:30 pm on May 22, 2025**.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers or local police.

Community Impact
This crash has raised concerns about motorcyclist safety and truck interaction on suburban roads. It highlights the vulnerability of riders and the need for all drivers to remain alert when sharing the road with two-wheeled vehicles.

For more information on motorcycle safety in South Australia, visit: SA Road Safety – Motorcycling

Appeal for Information
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam/CCTV footage of Shepherds Hill Road, Blackwood , around 3:30 pm on May 22, 2025 , is urged to contact authorities:

  • Crime Stoppers SA: Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestopperssa.com.au.
  • Witness Reporting: Contact South Australia Police via local station or through the official website.