FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) – A motorcycle crash on Fort Wayne’s south side resulted in the death of a 22-year-old man on Friday afternoon.
According to authorities, the incident occurred around 1:30 p.m. near the intersection of Hessen Cassel Road and East Maple Grove Avenue, involving a motorcycle and a car.
The motorcyclist was transported to an area hospital in critical condition but was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
On Monday, the Allen County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as Ju Nine of Fort Wayne. His death has been ruled an accident, marking the 20th traffic fatality in Allen County this year.
Emergency responders included local police and medical aid personnel. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.
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