Motorcyclist Killed in Collision at 81st and McDowell in Phoenix

Authorities Say Ricky Ferguson Died of Injuries Sustained in a Crash near 81st Avenue and McDowell Road

Motorcyclist Killed in Collision at 81st and McDowell in Phoenix

Phoenix, Arizona: Authorities said 37-year-old Ricky Ferguson was the motorcyclist who died after colliding with a car Friday afternoon near 81st Avenue and McDowell Road.

The rider was traveling eastbound on McDowell when a car made a westbound turn into the motorcycle’s path.

Ferguson collided with the vehicle, sustaining serious injuries.

Medical personnel rushed the victim to a hospital, where he later died.

The driver of the car stopped and cooperated with investigators.

Police said speed is being investigated as a contributing factor.

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Phoenix, Arizona – A motorcyclist died after being hit by a car on Friday afternoon in west Phoenix.

The fatal crash happened near 81st Avenue and McDowell Road, according to Phoenix police.

The events leading up to the collision were not immediately established.

The motorcyclist was transported to the hospital with serious injuries. Sadly, the rider died while receiving treatment.

The driver of the involved car stayed at the scene and cooperated with the authorities.

More details about the accident were not released.

An investigation into the accident is underway.