RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) – A motorcycle crash near Black Hawk on Wednesday morning resulted in the death of a 44-year-old man from Summerset.
The incident occurred at approximately 7:08 a.m. on Erickson Ranch Road, just northwest of Black Hawk. The rider was operating a 2010 Triumph motorcycle westbound when he lost control while navigating a curve.
Authorities reported that the motorcycle left the roadway, causing the rider to be ejected from the vehicle. He succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
According to the South Dakota Highway Patrol, the rider was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. His identity has not been disclosed pending family notification.
No other vehicles were involved in the accident, and the investigation is ongoing.
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