19-year-old motorcyclist killed in Evanston after striking fire hydrant
A single-vehicle collision on Friday evening on Symons Valley Parkway left a teenager dead. Police are investigating excessive speed as a factor and seeking witnesses and dashcam footage.
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A 19-year-old motorcyclist is dead following a single-vehicle collision on Symons Valley Parkway N.W. near Evanston View N.W. in the Evanston community on Friday, Sept. 4, at approximately 4:20 p.m.
Calgary Police say the motorcycle struck a curb, lost control, and struck a fire hydrant. The motorcyclist was declared deceased at the scene. Impairment is not believed to be a factor, but Calgary Police Traffic Section is investigating excessive speed as a contributing factor.
Police are seeking information from witnesses and asking anyone with dashcam footage from the area to come forward. They are also seeking to locate a black helmet believed to have been worn by the motorcyclist at the time of the collision. The road was closed for several hours following the crash and reopened Friday night.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Calgary Police at 403-266-1234 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, through www.calgarycrimestoppers.org, or via the P3 Tips app. The case number is CA26404343/5702.
The facts
What happened on Symons Valley Parkway on Friday, September 4?
A 19-year-old motorcyclist died in a single-vehicle collision near Evanston View N.W. in the Evanston community at approximately 4:20 p.m. The motorcycle struck a curb, lost control, and hit a fire hydrant.
What is Calgary Police investigating as a factor in the crash?
Calgary Police Traffic Section is investigating excessive speed as a contributing factor. Impairment is not believed to be involved.
What is police asking the public for?
Calgary Police are seeking information from witnesses, dashcam footage from the area, and help locating a black helmet believed to have been worn by the motorcyclist at the time of the collision.
