Motorcyclist Dies in Wheat Ridge Crash | Denver News

A tragic motorcycle crash on the eastbound Highway 58 flyover in Wheat Ridge claimed a life Friday night — the rider, alone and without a helmet, didn’t survive. Police suspect alcohol may have been involved, and the area remained closed for hours as investigators worked through the night. This incident underscores a grim reality: nearly half of Colorado’s motorcyclist fatalities over the past five years occurred without helmets. The cause remains under investigation. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/a6bafd17d8b3890b