Man Dies In Meriden Motorcycle Crash

MERIDEN, CT — A man is dead following a motorcycle wreck in Meriden on Saturday, according to state police. Jonathan Santiago, 37, of 119 Oakland St., Bristol, died in the crash.

Santiago was riding a Kawasaki motorcycle on I-691 West, near the 5 entrance ramp. For unknown reasons, while going around a right curve, he veered into the left shoulder and struck the guardrail.

Santiago was separated from his motorcycle in the wreck. He was transported to Waterbury Hospital where he was pronounced deceased by hospital staff.

Any witnesses are asked to contact Trooper Norton 889, Connecticut State Police Troop I, at 203-393-4200 or taylor.norton@ct.gov.