Advertisement

31-year-old motorcycle rider dead after crash with van in Markham

Police on scene following a fatal crash involving a motorcycle and a van in Markham on Sept 1, 2022. Global News

York Regional Police say a 31-year-old man who was riding his motorcycle on Thursday night has died following a crash with a van.

Police said it was around 7 p.m. when a call came in about a serious collision near 14th Avenue and Reesor Road in Markham.

Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so you won't miss a trending story.

Get breaking National news

Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so you won't miss a trending story.
By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

When officers arrived, police said a white van had crashed with a black 2009 Yamaha Sports motorcycle.

The rider was transported to hospital where he later died, police said.

Read more: Suspects wanted after attempted carjacking of Mercedes in Markham

A 37-year-old driver in the van suffered minor injuries.

Police said the investigation is ongoing and are asking any witnesses to come forward.

Advertisement

Sponsored content

AdChoices