Motorcyclist Killed in Crash Near Frankford
Frankford, DE — A 22-year-old man from Millville was killed in a motorcycle accident on Camp Barnes Road on September 18 at approximately 4:15 p.m., according to Delaware State Police.
The incident involved a Yamaha YZF motorcycle and two mini-motorcycles. Authorities reported that the Yamaha driver attempted to overtake the mini-motorcycles while traveling in a no-passing zone, resulting in a loss of control. The motorcycle veered off the road, striking a traffic sign, which ejected the rider.
Emergency responders pronounced the rider dead at the scene. He was wearing a full-face helmet, but his identity is being withheld pending family notification. The road was closed for about two and a half hours while police conducted their investigation.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Delaware State Police or Delaware Crime Stoppers.
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