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Motorcyclist airlifted to hospital after collision in Wellesley

Waterloo Regional Police say charges are pending following the crash. Global News File

A motorcyclist suffered life-threatening injuries as a result of a collision in Wellesley Township during rush hour on Monday night, according to Waterloo Regional Police.

Police say officers were called to William Hastings Line and Manser Road for a report of a collision between a vehicle and a motorcycle.

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Police allege the motorcycle struck a vehicle, driven by a 72-year-old Kitchener man, that was crossing the intersection.

The motorcyclist, a 26-year-old man from Listowel, was airlifted to Hamilton General Hospital.

The intersection was closed Monday night for several hours for a police investigation.

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Police say charges are pending in relation to the collision.

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They say officers are still investigating the incident and are asking anyone who may have witnessed it to call 519-570-9777 ext. 8791 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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