SALISBURY TOWNSHIP, Pa. —
An early morning crash on Route 30 resulted in the death of a motorcyclist on Thursday.
The incident occurred at 3:53 a.m. on Lincoln Highway/Route 30 near Simmontown Road, involving a motorcycle and a sedan.
Richard Pieper, 62, from Paradise, was pronounced dead at the scene, according to the Lancaster County Coroner’s Office.
An autopsy revealed Pieper’s death was accidental.
Authorities stated that Pennsylvania State Police are conducting a crash reconstruction investigation.
The affected section of Lincoln Highway/Route 30 was closed for several hours between Mount Vernon and White Horse roads but has since reopened.
There were no additional reports of injuries. Emergency responders included local fire and medical teams.
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