Arthur man killed in dirt bike crash
Dirt bike. (Source: cottonbro studio/Pexels)
Ontario Provincial Police are investigating a fatal dirt bike crash in Arthur.
Emergency responders were called to a parking area along Eliza Street, and south of Tucker Street, around 8:30 p.m. Thursday.
A 23-year-old man, who had been thrown off his dirt bike, was found with serious injuries.
He was transported to a local hospital but was pronounced dead a short time later.
OPP said the coroner has been notified and they are continuing to investigate the cause of the crash.
Anyone with information is asked OPP at 1-888-310-1122.
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