A tragic accident on Macleod Trail has claimed the life of a motorcyclist.
According to Calgary police, the crash occurred on Sunday afternoon at the intersection of Macleod Trail and 162 Avenue S. The motorcyclist, whose identity has not been released, was pronounced dead at the scene.
The cause of the crash is still under investigation, but initial reports suggest that the motorcyclist collided with a vehicle while traveling southbound on Macleod Trail. The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and is cooperating with authorities.
Emergency responders, including police, fire, and EMS, were called to the scene around 2:30 p.m. and closed off the area for several hours while they conducted their investigation.
This tragic incident serves as a reminder for all motorists to exercise caution and follow traffic laws, especially during the busy summer months when more motorcycles are on the road.
The Calgary Police Service is asking anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has any information to come forward and contact them at 403-266-1234 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477.
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the motorcyclist during this difficult time. We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.
