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Wreck between motorcycle and SUV leaves motorcyclist dead

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LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — A wreck between an SUV and a motorcycle has left a person dead.

The crash happened in the area of Torrey Pines and Rancho Drive.

Evidence, witnesses and dash video indicated to police officers that the motorcycle was speeding north when it hit the back of a small SUV.

The motorcyclist and the two individuals in the SUV were taken to an area hospital, according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. Despite all life-saving measures, the motorcyclist succumbed to his injuries. He was pronounced dead by medical staff.

The driver and passenger of the SUV sustained claimed injuries.

This is the 123rd traffic-related fatality in LVMPD's jurisdiction for 2024.