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Motorcyclist dies in crash on gravel road in Eagle Lake

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EAGLE LAKE, Minn. -- Authorities say a motorcyclist was killed in a crash in southern Minnesota Wednesday night.

According to the Blue Earth County Sheriff's Office, 911 callers found the motorcyclist unresponsive on 211th Street in Eagle Lake around 9:20 p.m.

Despite lifesaving efforts, the motorcyclist -- identified as 43-year-old Troy Tabor -- died at the scene.

The sheriff's office said Tabor apparently lost control on the gravel road and was ejected.

According to the sheriff's office, Tabor was not wearing a helmet, nor was he licensed to drive a motorcycle.

The crash is being investigated.

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