Motorcyclist dead in crash on S. Avenue D in Yuma
Abraham Retana
YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – The Yuma Police Department (YPD) says a motorcyclist is dead following a crash Wednesday morning.
According to a press release, the crash happened in the area of S. Avenue D and W. Francis Street before 6:30 a.m.
YPD says a 72-year-old man was riding a black 2023 Honda VT 750 southbound on Avenue D when it crashed into the rear of a 2009 Chevrolet Silverado, which was driven by a 26-year-old man and had three passengers, “that was towing a utility trailer.”
The motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene, according to YPD, who says no other injuries were reported.
While speed appears to be a factor in the crash, the investigation is ongoing.
If anyone has information regarding the crash, call YPD at (928) 783-4421, or 78-CRIME at (928) 782-7463 to remain anonymous.
Fatality Collision S. Avenue D and Francis Street 26-20157Download