Motorcyclist dead after Hwy. 2 crash in Clarington, police say

Incident details

A motorcyclist is dead after a single-vehicle crash occurred east of Bowmanville, Ontario, on Tuesday afternoon. The incident took place at noon on Highway 2, situated between Highway 418 and Solina Road.

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Victim information

Durham Regional Police reported that the motorcyclist lost control of the vehicle, resulting in the motorcycle veering off the roadway.

• The motorcycle driver was ejected from the motorcycle, suffering critical injuries.
• Though the motorcyclist was set to be airlifted to a Toronto-area trauma centre via Ornge air ambulance for urgent medical treatment, police announced that he succumbed to his injuries at the scene.

Investigation updates

• Highway 2 is currently closed in the affected area as authorities conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of the fatal crash.

Call for witnesses

Police are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has information related to the crash to come forward. Witnesses are encouraged to contact Durham Regional Police to assist with the ongoing investigation.

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