No charges laid in fatal motorcycle collision

The investigation into a fatal motorcycle collision that claimed the life of a 36-year-old man has been concluded without charges.

On December 23 just after 8:30 p.m., police and EMS responded to a report of a collision involving a motorcycle and an SUV along the 4800 block of 24 Avenue South. The motorcycle operator died at the scene.

Investigation by members of the Traffic Response Unit, determined the motorcycle was travelling westbound along 24 Avenue South when it collided with the driver’s side of an SUV that was making a left turn eastbound onto 24 Avenue South. Police believe speed was a factor and witnesses also reported the motorcycle operator engaged in a dangerous maneuver as he overtook another vehicle before striking the SUV. The driver of the SUV was subsequently unable to see the motorcycle and could not avoid the collision. 

Police are reminding all motorists to obey the rules of the road, pay attention and drive safely and defensively at all times.

In 2024 there were six fatal collisions – three motorcycle operators, one pedestrian and two vehicle occupants (one driver and one passenger). 

 No further information will be released.