Motorcyclist killed in Vancouver crash

A fatal collision involving a motorcycle shut down a large section of road near Rupert Street and East 41st Avenue in Vancouver's Killarney neighbourhood Wednesday evening.

By Hana Mae Nassar

Posted October 14, 2021 11:12 am.

Last Updated October 14, 2021 12:44 pm.

VANCOUVER (NEWS 1130) – One person has died after a crash in Vancouver Wednesday night.

The 41-year-old was riding a motorcycle when it collided with a white Mazda 3 in the area of Rupert Street and East 41st Avenue around 6:45 p.m.

The man died at the scene despite efforts from paramedics.

The 21-year-old driver of the Mazda is said to have stayed at the scene and is cooperating with police. Drugs and alcohol aren’t believed to have played a role in the crash.

Police are hoping to speak with anyone who may have information about or dashcam footage of the collision. You can contact the VPD’s Collision Investigation Unit at 604.717.3012.

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