Crime & Safety
Motorcyclist Dies in Crash
It appears the motorcyclist lost control and sideswiped a car before the crash.
A 34-year-olld man died after apparently losing control of his motorcyclist Sunday.
Gresham POlice say the crash happened around 6;45 by the intersection of SE Williams Road and SE Powell Valley Road.
The man was driving his 2006 Harley Davidson XLN when he appeared to lose control and sideswipe a 2002 Volkswagen Beetle that was in the intersection.
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The motorcyclist then careened into traffic when he was his by a 2004 Ford Excursion.
Both drivers remained on scene and were cooperative.
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No arrests or tickets are expected.
The motorcyclist was brought to a local hospital where he died a few hours later, at 9:15.
His name is being withheld for now.
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