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ATV rider killed in Muskoka crash wasn’t wearing helmet: police

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An ATV rider who was killed in a crash in Muskoka over the weekend wasn’t wearing a helmet, police say.

Ontario Provincial Police said that the single-vehicle crash happened Saturday afternoon.

Emergency crews were called around 3 p.m. to the scene on Dickie Lake Road in Lake of Bays Township.

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Police said a westbound ATV entered a ditch and crashed into a hydro pole.

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The rider died at the scene, police said.

The victim has been identified as 43-year-old Rolan Totayo of Baysville, Ont.

Global News has learned he leaves behind two girls, Evelyn, 6, and Margot, 1.

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Police said they’re looking to speak with any witnesses who haven’t already spoke to investigators.

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