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Motorcyclist killed on I-35 NB near Old 56 Highway

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A motorcyclist was killed on Interstate 35 northbound just north of Old 56 Highway early Monday morning.

Emergency crews were called around 1:30 a.m. to the scene of the single-vehicle crash.

Officials said a motorcyclist lost control and was killed.

The victim was identified as James R. Woodrow, 46, of Lenexa.

I-35 northbound was shut down for several hours while the investigation was underway.

I-35 northbound re-opened shortly after 5 a.m., but South Rogers Road remained closed for a time.

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