Motorcyclist killed in 2-vehicle Melbourne crash, police say Fatal wreck investigated in area of South Babcock Street, Southgate Boulevard File photo.
MELBOURNE, Fla. – An investigation is underway after a motorcyclist died in a crash Thursday, according to the Melbourne Police Department.
Officers said the crash happened in the area of South Babcock Street and Southgate Boulevard around 8 p.m.
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Police said a 40-year-old Melbourne man driving a 2006 Buick was traveling south on South Babcock Street when he attempted a left turn onto Southgate Boulevard and was struck by the motorcycle traveling north.
The motorcyclist died as a result of the crash, according to officials.
Police said that drugs or alcohol did not appear to be a factor in the crash.
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