Motorcyclist dies after falling into Patapsco River following crash on I-395

Motorcyclist falls into Patapsco River off I-395 bridge

BALTIMORE -- A motorcyclist died after crashing and falling over the I-395 bridge in Baltimore Monday afternoon.

Maryland Transportation Authority said the driver of a black Kawasaki motorcycle was involved in a crash around 12:40 p.m. and was ejected, went over the jersey wall and fell into the Patapsco River.

A dive rescue team responded and located the driver's body within minutes of canvassing the river.

Crews found the victim lying in the water, unconscious and non-responsive, according to the BCFD.

After recovering the victims body, the rescue team administered life support care, and CPR. The driver was pronounced dead at the hospital.

Anyone who witnessed the crash is asked to call the MDTA Police at 410-537-1209

Christian Olaniran

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