One of the motorcyclists sustained fatal injuries; the second motorcyclist was transported to the hospital with significant injuries
On Saturday (Sept. 7) at about 12:36 a.m., officers with the Battle Ground Police Department responded to a traffic accident involving two motorcycles at the intersection of SE Eaton Boulevard and SE 17th Avenue.
The preliminary details indicate that one of the motorcyclists turned in front of the other, which is believed to have caused the accident. One of the motorcyclists sustained fatal injuries. The second motorcyclist was transported to the hospital with significant injuries.
It is unknown if speed or other factors contributed to the collision. The investigation is ongoing and additional details are not currently available.
This is the first fatal traffic accident within the city of Battle Ground this year. The Battle Ground Police Department reminds all motorists to be mindful of their speeds, traffic control devices, and to obey all traffic laws.
Information provided by the city of Battle Ground.
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