BLACK HAWK, S.D. (KOTA) – A 44-year-old Summerset man died in a motorcycle crash Wednesday morning on Erickson Ranch Road.
The incident occurred at approximately 7:08 a.m. near Escape Lane, according to the South Dakota Highway Patrol. The rider was traveling westbound on a 2010 Triumph motorcycle when he lost control while navigating a curve.
The motorcycle exited the roadway, resulting in the rider being ejected. He succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Authorities confirmed that the rider was wearing a helmet at the time of the accident. His identity has not been disclosed pending family notification.