CARLSBAD–A Carlsbad Police Department sergeant was on a traffic stop early this morning when he heard a collision between a motorcyclist and a sedan at the intersection of Solamar Drive and Carlsbad Blvd.

The sergeant responded and provided medical aid for the injured motorcyclist while waiting for an ambulance and Carlsbad Fire Department personnel to respond. The motorcyclist was transported by ambulance to Scripps La Jolla Hospital with major injuries.

A preliminary investigation has revealed that the sedan was driving northbound on Carlsbad Blvd. and was turning right onto eastbound Solamar Drive. The motorcyclist was also driving northbound on Carlsbad Blvd. The motorcyclist collided with the passenger side of the sedan while the sedan was making the right turn. The motorcyclist was ejected from the motorcycle.

The driver of the 2014 Ford Focus sedan has been identified as a 50-year-old male who resides in England. The motorcyclist who was riding a 2007 Suzuki motorcycle is believed to be a 27-year-old male who resides in Carlsbad.

Alcohol intoxication is not suspected to be involved in the collision.