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Motorcyclist Killed After Rear-End Crash On Sunrise Highway In Islip: Police Motorcyclist Killed After Rear-End Crash On Sunrise Highway In Islip: Police
Motorcyclist Killed After Rear-End Crash On Sunrise Highway In Islip: Police A motorcyclist was killed after striking the rear of a pickup truck on Sunrise Highway in Islip, Suffolk County police announced on Wednesday, Sept. 24. The crash happened in the eastbound lanes of Sunrise Highway, between Exits 45 and 46, at approximately 8:40 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 23, according to police. The victim was riding a 2007 Honda motorcycle in the right lane when he moved into the center lane and struck the back of a 2015 Ford F-250 pickup truck, detectives said. The motorcyclist, whose identity is being withheld pending notification of next of kin, was pronounced dead at the …
Long Branch Motorcyclist Killed In Colts Neck Crash With Delivery Van, Prosecutor Says Long Branch Motorcyclist Killed In Colts Neck Crash With Delivery Van, Prosecutor Says
Long Branch Motorcyclist Killed In Colts Neck Crash With Delivery Van, Prosecutor Says A motorcyclist from Long Branch was killed in a crash with a delivery van in Colts Neck last week, authorities said. At approximately 12:08 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19, members of the Colts Neck Police Township Department responded to County Road 537 and Willow Lake Drive for a report of a motorcycle-versus-electric delivery van collision, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago said Tuesday. A preliminary investigation revealed that 65-year-old Stephen Morehouse was operating a 2005 Harley-Davidson east on County Road 537 in the right lane when a collision occurred with a 2022 Rivian…
Motorcyclist Seriously Injured When Tesla Turns Into Driveway In East Moriches Motorcyclist Seriously Injured When Tesla Turns Into Driveway In East Moriches
Motorcyclist Seriously Injured When Tesla Turns Into Driveway In East Moriches A left-turn crash seriously injured a motorcyclist on Montauk Highway near Kristine Estates in East Moriches on Monday, Sept. 22, at 1:47 p.m., Suffolk County Police said. Gretchen Altman was driving a 2024 Tesla Model Y westbound when she attempted to turn left into a driveway and collided with an eastbound 2001 Harley-Davidson, police said.  The rider a 24-year-old from East Moriches, was taken by ambulance to NYU Langone Hospital–Suffolk with serious injuries, police said.  Neither Altman nor a juvenile passenger in the Tesla was hurt, police said. Both vehicles were impounded…
Woman Killed, Driver Injured In East Northport Motorcycle Crash: Police Woman Killed, Driver Injured In East Northport Motorcycle Crash: Police
Woman Killed, Driver Injured In East Northport Motorcycle Crash: Police A motorcyclist was killed and a driver was injured in a crash in East Northport on Saturday, Sept. 20 at 2:22 p.m., Suffolk County Police announced. David Rivera, 29, of Huntington Station, was driving a 2024 Toyota Tacoma eastbound on Pulaski Road when his vehicle was struck by a 2024 Yamaha motorcycle that was turning left onto Pulaski Road from Stony Hollow Road, detectives said. The motorcyclist, a woman whose name is being withheld pending notification of her family, was treated at the scene by the East Northport Fire Department and transported to Huntington Hospital, where she was pro…
Services Set For NYSP Sergeant From Poughkeepsie Killed In Taconic Parkway Crash Services Set For NYSP Sergeant From Poughkeepsie Killed In Taconic Parkway Crash
Services Set For Nysp Sergeant From Poughkeepsie Killed In Taconic Parkway Crash Visitation and funeral plans have been announced for the 49-year-old New York State Police sergeant who died in a motorcycle crash on the Taconic State Parkway in Dutchess County earlier this week. Calling hours for Poughkeepsie native Sgt. Nigel Barnett, who died in a crash in East Fishkill on Tuesday, Sept. 16, will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 24, from 4 to 8 p.m. at McHoul Funeral Home, Inc. at 895 Route 82 in Hopewell Junction.   The funeral service will be on Thursday, Sept. 25, at 11 a.m. at The Gathering at Faith Assembly, located at 25 Golf Club Ln. in Poughkeepsie. Sgt. …
Bridgeport Man Fighting For Life After Crashing Motorcycle Into Tree Bridgeport Man Fighting For Life After Crashing Motorcycle Into Tree
Bridgeport Man Fighting For Life After Crashing Motorcycle Into Tree A Bridgeport man is fighting for his life after crashing his motorcycle into a tree, police said. Responders rushed to the 900 block of Briarwood Avenue in Bridgeport just after 5:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 15, when callers reported a man on the ground who was not responding. Police said the 32-year-old rider hit the curb, struck a tree, and suffered serious injuries. He was taken to the hospital in critical condition. The crash remains under investigation.
Motorcyclist, 25, Killed In 2-Vehicle Crash In Niskayuna Motorcyclist, 25, Killed In 2-Vehicle Crash In Niskayuna
Motorcyclist, 25, Killed In 2-Vehicle Crash In Niskayuna A 25-year-old man died after his motorcycle collided with another vehicle on a busy Capital Region roadway. The Schenectady County crash happened just before 6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 15, on Troy-Schenectady Road near Algonquin Road in Niskayuna, according to police. Christopher Reith, 25, of Latham, was riding a motorcycle when it was involved in a collision with another vehicle. Reith was transported to Ellis Hospital with serious injuries and was later pronounced dead, police said. The driver of the second vehicle, a 46-year-old Schenectady man, suffered non-life-threatening injuries. He was…
Motorcyclist Airlifted After Ejected From Vehicle: Berkeley Twp PD Motorcyclist Airlifted After Ejected From Vehicle: Berkeley Twp PD
Motorcyclist Airlifted After Ejected From Vehicle: Berkeley Twp PD A 38-year-old Rahway man was injured after he was ejected from his motorcycle following a crash in Bayville on Sunday, Sept. 14, authorities said. At 2:07 p.m., officers responded to a crash near Butler Boulevard and Bayview Avenue after a motorcyclist was making a left turn onto Bayview Avenue and lost control, causing him to be ejected from his 2020 Harley Davidson, Berkeley Township police said. The motorcyclist sustained moderate injuries and was transported via Medevac to Jersey Shore Medical Center as a precaution, police said.
Motorcyclist Killed In Holmdel Crash After Striking Guardrail: Police Motorcyclist Killed In Holmdel Crash After Striking Guardrail: Police
Motorcyclist Killed In Holmdel Crash After Striking Guardrail: Police A motorcyclist was killed in a crash in Holmdel Saturday morning, Sept. 14, authorities said. At 10:26 a.m. officers responded to Pleasant Valley Road after a motorcycle struck a guardrail, Holmdel police said.  The motorcyclist, who has not been identified, was treated on scene and transported to Jersey Shore University Medical Center in critical condition, police said, but has since died, according to New Jersey State Police fatal crash data. The crash remains under investigation, police said.
Hebron 14-Year-Old Killed In Dirt Bike Crash Hebron 14-Year-Old Killed In Dirt Bike Crash
Hebron 14-Year-Old Killed In Dirt Bike Crash A 14-year-old Connecticut boy was killed over the weekend when he crashed his dirt bike into a rocky embankment, authorities said. Now, the community is coming together to help his family.  Erik Brooker, a freshman at RHAM High School in Hebron, died when he lost control of his dirt bike on an S-curve on Burnt Hill Road in Hebron shortly before 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 14, Connecticut State Police said. His bike hit a rocky embankment and threw him from the vehicle. Paramedics rushed the teen to an area hospital, where doctors pronounced him dead, police said. Regional School District…
Motorcyclist, 20, Killed In Weekend Route 23 Crash: State Police Motorcyclist, 20, Killed In Weekend Route 23 Crash: State Police
Motorcyclist, 20, Killed In Weekend Route 23 Crash: State Police A 20-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a weekend crash on Route 23 in Sussex County, authorities said. Troopers responded to the southbound lanes near milepost 49 in Montague Township at 6:50 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 13, New Jersey State Police Sgt. Charles Marchan said. Clayton Woodley of Milford, PA, was operating a Yamaha motorcycle south on Route 23 when it ran off the road to the right and struck a rock, Marchan said. The motorcycle overturned, ejecting Woodley and causing fatal injuries. “The crash remains under investigation, and no additional information is available,” Marchan said.
Marlton Motorcyclist Killed After Crashing Into Telephone Pole: NJSP Marlton Motorcyclist Killed After Crashing Into Telephone Pole: NJSP
Marlton Motorcyclist Killed After Crashing Into Telephone Pole: Njsp A 47-year-old Marlton man was killed after he crashed into a telephone pole in Burlington County Saturday, Sept. 13, authorities said. At 8:26 p.m., officers responded to a crash on County Road 532 West in Tabernacle Township after a Harley Davidson ran off the road to the right, impacted a telephone phone and overturned, Charles Marchan, a spokesman for the New Jersey State Police said. Thomas Williams was ejected and pronounced dead at the scene, Marchan said. The crash remains under investigation, Marchan said.
Young EMT Killed In Riverhead Motorcycle Crash Was Disabled Veteran Mom’s Caretaker Young EMT Killed In Riverhead Motorcycle Crash Was Disabled Veteran Mom’s Caretaker
Young EMT Killed In Riverhead Motorcycle Crash Was Disabled Veteran Mom’s Caretaker A young EMT and aspiring nurse is being remembered as a devoted son, brother, and friend after his life was cut short in a motorcycle crash on Long Island. Aiden LoMele, 18, of Whitestone, Queens, was fatally injured in a collision at a busy Riverhead intersection on Tuesday, Sept. 9, as Daily Voice reported. The crash happened around 2:20 p.m. on Center Drive, just south of West Main Street, according to Riverhead Town Police. LoMele was riding a 2022 Honda motorcycle when he stopped in front of a tractor-trailer at a red light. When the light turned green, the truck began moving and col…
Motorcyclist, 18, Killed In Tractor-Trailer Collision In Riverhead Motorcyclist, 18, Killed In Tractor-Trailer Collision In Riverhead
Motorcyclist, 18, Killed In Tractor-Trailer Collision In Riverhead An afternoon ride ended in tragedy when an 18-year-old motorcyclist was fatally struck at a busy Long Island intersection. The crash happened in Riverhead at around 2:20 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 9, on Center Drive, just south of West Main Street, according to Riverhead Town Police. Aiden Lomelle, of Whitestone in Queens, was riding a 2022 Honda motorcycle when he changed lanes and stopped in front of a 2022 Kenworth tractor-trailer waiting at a red light, police said. When the light turned green and the truck began moving, it collided with the motorcycle. A 2017 Honda sedan, which had been tra…
Motorcyclist Breaks Both Legs Crashing Into Fence, Dumpster In East Meadow: Police Motorcyclist Breaks Both Legs Crashing Into Fence, Dumpster In East Meadow: Police
Motorcyclist Breaks Both Legs Crashing Into Fence, Dumpster In East Meadow: Police A motorcyclist was seriously injured in a crash on Newbridge Road in East Meadow early Wednesday, Sept. 10 at 5:17 a.m., Nassau County police announced. The 36-year-old man was traveling southbound near the intersection of Hysler Street when he lost control, police explained. The rider crashed into a fence before striking a dumpster, according to the release. He suffered two broken legs and was transported to a nearby hospital. Authorities reported he is in stable condition. No other injuries were reported.
Retired Sheriff's Officer Dies In 9/11 Charity Motorcycle Ride In Lyndhurst (UPDATE) Retired Sheriff's Officer Dies In 9/11 Charity Motorcycle Ride In Lyndhurst (UPDATE)
Retired Sheriff's Officer Dies In 9/11 Charity Motorcycle Ride In Lyndhurst (Update) A retired Bergen County Sheriff's officer has been identified as the motorcyclist who died during a 9/11 memorial charity ride Tuesday evening, Sept. 9, in Bergen County. Richard “Rich” Salim, 59, is believed to have suffered a medical episode related to a pre-existing condition when he crashed on Ridge Road between Ten Eyck and Union avenues just before 5:45 p.m., Lyndhurst Police Capt. Paul Haggerty said. First responders and EMS personnel attempted life-saving measures before Salim was pronounced dead at a local hospital, police said. Salim had been riding with the North Jersey Chapter …
‘My First Love’: Girlfriend Pens Heartbreaking Tribute To LI Motorcyclist Killed In DWI Crash ‘My First Love’: Girlfriend Pens Heartbreaking Tribute To LI Motorcyclist Killed In DWI Crash
‘My First Love’: Girlfriend Pens Heartbreaking Tribute To LI Motorcyclist Killed In DWI Crash A Long Island family is mourning the loss of a 24-year-old man whose life was cut short by an alleged drunk driver while riding his motorcycle. Jerry Diaz Jr., of Nesconset, was riding on Nesconset Highway in Stony Brook when he was struck by a pickup truck near New Moriches Road around 12:20 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 6, as Daily Voice reported. He died at the scene. Suffolk County Police arrested the pickup driver, 25-year-old Mark Anthony Giordano of St. James, on suspicion of driving while intoxicated. In the days since, loved ones have flooded Diaz’ family with tributes and donations f…
Motorcyclist Killed, Wife Airlifted After FedEx Van Crash In Chadds Ford: PA State Police Motorcyclist Killed, Wife Airlifted After FedEx Van Crash In Chadds Ford: PA State Police
Motorcyclist Killed, Wife Airlifted After FedEx Van Crash In Chadds Ford: PA State Police A motorcyclist was killed and his wife critically injured after colliding with a FedEx van on Baltimore Pike at the Painters Crossing intersection in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania State Police announced on Monday, Sept. 9. Brad Rhoades, 52, of Coatesville, was riding a 2011 Harley-Davidson with his wife, Amy Rhoades, 55, as passenger when the crash happened around 1:44 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 30, according to troopers. Investigators said the FedEx driver — identified as Richard Harley, 57, of Sharon Hill — was behind the wheel of a 2020 Ford when he attempted to turn left (south) onto Route 1 fr…
Spotsy Motorcyclist Identified After Fatal Harley Crash: Sheriff Spotsy Motorcyclist Identified After Fatal Harley Crash: Sheriff
Spotsy Motorcyclist Identified After Fatal Harley Crash: Sheriff A biker has been identified as the motorcyclist killed in a weekend crash in Virginia, the sheriff’s office said. Deputies were called to the 5800 block of Stubbs Bridge Road around 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 6, for a single-vehicle collision, according to the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators said a 2018 Harley-Davidson driven by Robert Waltz, 65, of Spotsylvania, left the roadway, slammed into several trees, and came to a stop. Waltz was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin has been notified, the sheriff’s office confirmed. “The crash remains under investigatio…
Motorcyclist Killed After Losing Control On Curve In Manheim ID'd: Coroner Motorcyclist Killed After Losing Control On Curve In Manheim ID'd: Coroner
Motorcyclist Killed After Losing Control On Curve In Manheim ID'd: Coroner A Columbia Borough man was killed after losing control of his motorcycle on South Chiques Road in East Hempfield Township, Lancaster County on Tuesday, Sept. 2 at 9:23 p.m., the coroner’s office said. Dennis Kimmick, 52, was identified as the rider, according to the Lancaster County Coroner’s Office. He was pronounced dead at the scene in the 400 block of South Chiques Road, officials said. Kimmick was riding east when he failed to negotiate a curve and crashed, investigators detailed. The East Hempfield Township Police Department noted there was no evidence he was wearing a helmet at the t…
Motorcyclist ID'd After Fatal Crash In Rochester Motorcyclist ID'd After Fatal Crash In Rochester
Motorcyclist ID'd After Fatal Crash In Rochester A Hudson Valley man was killed after his motorcycle veered off Route 209 in Ulster County. The crash happened around 6:10 p.m. Monday, Sept. 1, in the town of Rochester, according to New York State Police. A 2003 Harley-Davidson was traveling southbound when, for reasons still under investigation, it left the roadway via the west shoulder and entered a wooded area. The rider, identified as Timothy Avery, 58, of Kerhonkson, was pronounced dead at the scene, police said. The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact State Police at 845-344-5300 and reference case…
Northampton Motorcyclist Killed In Crash: Lehigh County Coroner Northampton Motorcyclist Killed In Crash: Lehigh County Coroner
Northampton Motorcyclist Killed In Crash: Lehigh County Coroner A 24-year-old Northampton man was killed when his motorcycle collided with a vehicle in Salisbury Township, Lehigh County, on Tuesday, Sept. 2, officials announced. The crash happened near South Cedar Crest Boulevard and Fish Hatchery Road at approximately 11:05 p.m., according to the Lehigh County Coroner’s Office. The man was taken to Lehigh Valley Hospital–Cedar Crest, where he was pronounced dead at 12:44 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 3. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the collision, Coroner Daniel A. Buglio said in the release. The cause of death was multiple blunt force injuries, a…
Morris Plains Motorcyclist, 36, Killed In Labor Day Crash Morris Plains Motorcyclist, 36, Killed In Labor Day Crash
Morris Plains Motorcyclist, 36, Killed In Labor Day Crash A 36-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a Sussex County Labor Day crash, police said. On Monday, Sept. 1, around 1:32 p.m., troopers responded to County Road 521 near milepost 38.2, New Jersey State Police Trooper Christopher Postorino said. Efrain AlvaradoMaradiaga, 36, was operating a Kawasaki motorcycle south on County Road 521 when the motorcycle left the roadway to the left, struck a tree and overturned, Postorino said. AlvaradoMaradiaga died as a result of the crash. The crash remains under investigation, and no additional information is available, police said.
Father Of 3 ID'd As Motorcyclist Killed In Holyoke Crash Father Of 3 ID'd As Motorcyclist Killed In Holyoke Crash
Father Of 3 ID'd As Motorcyclist Killed In Holyoke Crash Authorities in Western Massachusetts have identified the motorcyclist killed in a crash last week as a caring father of three.  William "Bill" Brunault Sr., 66, of South Hadley, was involved in a crash at the Lyman Street and N. Bridge Street intersection in Holyoke shortly before 3 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 25, the Hampden District Attorney's Office said.  Police found Brunault suffering severe injuries, and paramedics rushed him to Holyoke Medical Center, where he died of his injuries. Authorities did not disclose the cause of the crash or whether anyone else was injured.  …
Motorcyclist Killed Crashing Into Box Truck On I-95: PA State Police Motorcyclist Killed Crashing Into Box Truck On I-95: PA State Police
Motorcyclist Killed Crashing Into Box Truck On I-95: PA State Police A motorcyclist was killed after colliding with a box truck on Interstate 95 in Tinicum Township, Pennsylvania State Police announced on Tuesday, Sept. 2. The crash happened at mile marker 11.0 southbound at 3:48 a.m. on Sunday, Aug. 31, according to the release. Athanasios Pilios, the operator of a black Harley Davidson motorcycle, struck the right rear corner of the box truck while traveling at a high rate of speed, witnesses told investigators. Troopers said Pilios was found lying in the center lane unconscious and was pronounced dead at the scene by EMS. The driver of the box truck and…
Maryland Biker Killed Days After Warning Others To 'Look Twice' For Motorcycles Maryland Biker Killed Days After Warning Others To 'Look Twice' For Motorcycles
Maryland Biker Killed Days After Warning Others To 'Look Twice' For Motorcycles Days after posting a warning message about motorcycle safety on social media, Dennis Ellis found himself the victim of a fatal Maryland crash. The 65-year-old Berlin resident was identified as the motorcyclist killed in a two-vehicle crash in Worcester County on Wednesday morning.  According to Maryland State Police, shortly after 10:15 a.m. on Aug. 27, troopers were called to a stretch of US Route 50 at Inlet Isle Lane, where there was a reported crash involving a motorcyclist who was critically injured. Ellis was reportedly riding west on Route 50, attempting to go through the inter…
Beloved Bridgeton Motorcyclist Killed After Crashing Into SUV: NJSP Beloved Bridgeton Motorcyclist Killed After Crashing Into SUV: NJSP
Beloved Bridgeton Motorcyclist Killed After Crashing Into SUV: Njsp A 57-year-old Bridgeton motorcyclist was killed after an SUV collided with his Harley Davidson on Route 49 in Cumberland County Saturday, Aug. 23, authorities said. At 11:15 a.m., troopers responded to a crash on Route 49 West in Hopewell Township after an SUV traveling westbound made a left turn from the westbound lane and collided with the Harley Davidson traveling eastbound, Christopher Postorino, a spokesman for the New Jersey State Police said. Russell Ford, the motorcyclist, was ejected from the vehicle and pronounced dead at the scene, Postorino said.  Buckles ford you…
Police ID Burlington Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash As 43-Year-Old Police ID Burlington Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash As 43-Year-Old
Police ID Burlington Man Killed In Motorcycle Crash As 43-Year-Old Police have identified the Connecticut motorcyclist killed in a Bristol crash over the weekend. Grant Clemo, 43, of Burlington, died after he lost control of his motorcycle in the area of Cindy Lane shortly before 8 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 24. According to investigators, “one of the operators failed to properly negotiate a curve in the roadway, crashing their motorcycle.” Clemo was taken to an area hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. A second motorcyclist riding nearby was involved in the crash but was not seriously injured. They spoke with police at the scene. The crash remains unde…
Guilford Firefighter, Veteran Who 'Lived Life With Intensity, Heart' Killed In I-95 Crash Guilford Firefighter, Veteran Who 'Lived Life With Intensity, Heart' Killed In I-95 Crash
Guilford Firefighter, Veteran Who 'Lived Life With Intensity, Heart' Killed In I-95 Crash Authorities have identified a 32-year-old Connecticut firefighter as the motorcyclist who died in a crash on I-95 in Guilford late last week. Michael Terrio, of Killingworth, a member of the Guilford Fire Department, was riding a Suzuki GSX-R1000 when he crashed into the back of a Volvo near Exit 59 southbound on Friday, Aug. 22, around 8:45 p.m., Connecticut State Police said. Paramedics took Terrio to Yale New Haven Hospital, where he later died from his injuries. The Volvo’s driver, a 66-year-old man from Freehold, New Jersey, sustained minor injuries in the collision. The Guilford Fir…
Motorcyclist, 21, Killed In I-495 Crash With Work Truck In Fort Washington, State Police Say Motorcyclist, 21, Killed In I-495 Crash With Work Truck In Fort Washington, State Police Say
Motorcyclist, 21, Killed In I-495 Crash With Work Truck In Fort Washington, State Police Say A 21-year-old motorcyclist was killed in an I-495 crash with a commercial vehicle in Prince George's County, according to Maryland State Police. Upper Marlboro resident Camron Amirion Stroud has been identified by investigators as the rider who was involved in a crash and later died at the University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center. The crash was reported shortly after 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 23 in the southbound lanes of the interstate near the ramp to Saint Barnabas Road in Fort Washington. Investigators said Stroud was riding a Suzuki motorcycle south on I-495 when he coll…
Motorcyclist, 36,  Killed In Head-On Route 23 Wantage Crash: State Police Motorcyclist, 36,  Killed In Head-On Route 23 Wantage Crash: State Police
Motorcyclist, 36, Killed In Head-On Route 23 Wantage Crash: State Police A 36-year-old motorcyclist from Guttenberg was killed in a head-on crash on Route 23 in Sussex County, New Jersey State Police said. Troopers responded at 8:14 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23, to State Highway 23 North at milepost 47.9 in Wantage Township, Sgt. Jeffrey Lebron said.  A Harley-Davidson motorcycle operated by Ishavpreet Singh was traveling south when it crossed the yellow centerline and collided with a northbound Ford pickup, Lebron said. Singh was killed as a result of the crash. The driver and passenger of the Ford had minor injuries. The crash remains under investigation, an…