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A man has died after a collision between a car and a motorcycle in Gilbert, Arizona. The accident happened Friday evening near the intersection of Williams Field Road and Val Vista Drive, and as a result, Val Vista Drive is currently closed between these two points while police investigate the crash. The identity of the man who was killed in the crash has not been released yet.
A Fatal Collision in Gilbert, Arizona
A fatal collision occurred on Friday evening at the intersection of Williams Field Road and Val Vista Drive, Gilbert, Arizona. The collision involved a car and a motorcycle, resulting in the death of the motorcyclist. The Gilbert Police Department responded to the scene of the accident as reported on their official Twitter handle.
Gilbert Police Department, in collaboration with Gilbert Fire & Rescue, were the first responders to the crash site at approximately 6 p.m. The unidentified motorcyclist suffered critical injuries and was rushed to the hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.
The section of Val Vista Drive between Williams Field Road and Boston Street remains closed as police continue with the crash investigation. The reopening schedule for this stretch of road remains uncertain.
Motorists are urged to avoid the area and seek alternative routes as indicated in a tweet by the Gilbert Police Department. Residents can stay updated on local breaking news by downloading the 12News app.
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