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Police: 1 Dead In Blaine Motorcycle Crash

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) -- One person is dead after a motorcycle crashed in Blaine Thursday evening.

Blaine Police say it happened at the intersection of 101st Avenue and Xylite Street Northeast. First responders rendered first aid and lifesaving measures to the 30-year-old man, but police say he eventually succumbed to his injuries.

Investigators say a semi-truck was traveling westbound on 101st Avenue in the left turn lane while the motorcycle was headed eastbound and collided with the truck. Investigators don't believe alcohol or drugs were a factor in the crash.

The Blaine Police Department, Anoka County Sheriff and Minnesota State Patrol are investigating.

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