Motorcyclist Killed in Collision with Tractor-Trailer in Kansas City
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A motorcyclist was killed in a collision with a tractor-trailer late Monday night at Gardner Avenue and North Bellefontaine Avenue.
The incident occurred just before 8:40 p.m. when the motorcyclist, operating a white and black Harley-Davidson, was traveling eastbound on Gardner at a high rate of speed. The motorcycle struck a Peterbilt truck making a left turn from northbound Bellefontaine onto westbound Gardner.
Authorities confirmed that the motorcycle and rider were pulled under the trailer, resulting in the rider being run over by the rear tires. The Kansas City, Missouri Police Department is conducting an investigation into the incident. No details regarding the motorcyclist’s helmet use have been disclosed.
Emergency services responded to the scene; however, the motorcyclist was pronounced dead on arrival. Further details, including road closures and tow operations, are pending as the investigation continues.