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Motorcyclist killed in Friday afternoon crash in Lawrence

Lawrence Police
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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Police in Lawrence are investigating the circumstances of a deadly motorcycle crash Friday afternoon.

In a social media post, Lawrence first responders said they were notified of the crash involving a motorcycle and a vehicle at around 4:15 p.m. near the intersection of 21st Street and Naismith Drive.

Witnesses told police the car was going west on 21st Street and the motorcycle was going north on Naismith Drive.

Police said the motorcyclist died at the crash site.

The driver of the other vehicle was not seriously injured in the crash.

He stayed at the scene and cooperated with police in their investigation.

The motorcyclist's name has not been released.

This is a developing story and may be updated.

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