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PD: Motorcyclist killed in north Phoenix crash

Deadly motorcycle crash near 31st Avenue and Bell Road
Posted at 4:21 PM, Feb 26, 2020
and last updated 2020-02-27 07:55:07-05

PHOENIX — Phoenix police are investigating a deadly motorcycle crash in north Phoenix Wednesday afternoon.

Emergency crews were called to the scene near 31st Avenue and Bell Road around 4 p.m.

Police say a 27-year-old woman driving a Dodge Charger was trying to make a left turn when she failed to yield to a motorcyclist. The motorcyclist collided with her vehicle, throwing the rider and causing fatal injuries.

Officials have only identified the victim as a 51-year-old man.

The driver of the vehicle stayed on scene and showed no signs of impairment. Speed is being investigated as a possible factor in the crash.