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Woman dies in motorcycle crash east of Calhan Tuesday

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Posted at 6:13 AM, Apr 27, 2021
and last updated 2021-04-27 21:42:34-04

EL PASO COUNTY — A 33-year-old woman died in a motorcycle crash crash early Tuesday, east of Calhan.

Colorado State Patrol is investigating the crash that happened on Highway 24 and closed the road for an unknown amount of time.

State Patrol said the motorcycle was carrying the woman and a 36-year-old man when it went off the highway and down a steep embankment, ejecting both riders.

The woman died at the hospital and the man sustained serious injuries.

State Patrol said neither rider was wearing a helmet.

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