SAN ANTONIO – A motorcyclist had a close call on Saturday morning after crashing into a traffic light island and skidding across the pavement.

The incident occurred around 1:30 a.m. on US Hwy 281 and Evans Road.

According to the San Antonio Police Department, the 45-year-old motorcyclist lost control and struck a traffic light at the intersection and skidded across the pavement.

He was taken to the hospital in stable condition.