Motorcyclist dies in crash while attempting to evade Bedford police
Around 3:35 p.m. on Saturday, December 20th, Bedford Police Officers observed a motorcycle committing multiple traffic violations in the area of Harwood Road and S.H. 121. Officers attempted to initiate a traffic stop, but the rider sped off.
The motorcycle entered the Bedford Linear Park walking trail near Harwood Road. Out of an abundance of caution for possible pedestrians on the trail, officers discontinued the pursuit and turned off emergency lights and sirens.
Shortly afterward, Bedford Police Dispatch received a call reporting a crashed motorcycle near the Bedford Linear Park trail and Willow Bend. Officers responded and confirmed the motorcycle involved was the same one that had previously evaded police.
Officers immediately rendered medical aid to the rider.
The rider, a 35-year-old male, was transported to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased by hospital staff.
The Bedford Police Crash Team and Crime Scene Unit responded to process the scene and collect evidence.
