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Motorcyclist dead after a crash Sunday morning near Memorial Park

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Posted at 10:40 AM, Oct 30, 2022
and last updated 2022-10-30 22:44:28-04

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO — A motorcyclist died Sunday morning following a 2-vehicle crash near Memorial Park, according to the Colorado Springs Police Department.

The motorcycle collided with another vehicle at the intersection of N. Union Blvd and E. Platte Ave around 6:30 am Sunday. The driver of the motorcycle was transported to a local hospital where he later died.

According to CSPD, witnesses say the motorcycle entered the intersection on a red light and was not wearing a helmet.

The intersection of N. Union Blvd and E. Platte Ave was closed for several hours while the Major Crash Team investigated.

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