Rhode Island

Motorcyclist killed in RI crash

The man has been identified as Michael Lees, of Westport, Rhode Island, police say

Officials said the crash happened on Route 24 north near exit four around 5 p.m. (WJAR)
WJAR

A 27-year-old man has died after his motorcycle collided with a vehicle in Tiverton, Rhode Island, Sunday evening.

Police tell NBC10 Boston affiliate WJAR that Michael Lees, of Westport, was riding his Harley Davidson on Route 24 north near Exit 4 around 5 p.m. when he hit another vehicle.

The impact caused him to go off his Harley, and he died from his injuries.

Police tell WJAR that a woman reported the crash, but they have not said who the other driver involved is.

Further details were not provided. An investigation is ongoing.

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