Motorcyclist killed after crashing into cow on rural Arizona road
Cattle cross a rural roadway in Arizona. Open range areas across the state mean livestock can frequently wander onto open roads, creating potential hazards for passing motorists. (emailmks via Flickr)
ST. DAVID, Ariz. - A motorcycle rider is dead after colliding with a cow on a rural desert road in southeastern Arizona on Saturday.
What we know:
The fatal crash happened on Sibyl Road near Benson. According to the Cochise County Sheriff's Office, emergency crews, including Benson Fire and EMS, responded to the scene to find the wrecked motorcycle. Initial investigations indicate the rider struck a cow in the roadway, resulting in the rider's death.
What we don't know:
The identity of the motorcyclist has not yet been released.
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Authorities completely shut down the entirety of Sibyl Road, from the interstate exit to the south end, starting around 4:30 p.m. The closure lasted more than four hours.
What they're saying:
Sheriff's officials say the investigation into the exact circumstances of the deadly collision remains ongoing.
Map of the area where the fatal collision occurred:
The Source: Information in this report was gathered from the Cochise County Sheriff's Office.