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Motorcyclist dies in late-night crash in West Vancouver

Traffic was blocked on the 5500 block of Marine Drive following the incident but has since reopened
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Police are asking for witnesses and those with video footage or other information to come forward. | Nick Laba / North Shore News

A motorcyclist has died following a late-night crash in West Vancouver.

At around 11:23 p.m. Tuesday evening, three motorcycle riders were travelling westbound on the 5500 block of Marine Drive when the lead motorcyclist was involved in a single-vehicle incident, according to a statement from West Vancouver police.

First responders rushed to the scene, and the victim was assisted for around 45 minutes.

“Unfortunately, the rider could not be saved and was pronounced deceased at the scene,” police said.

The Integrated Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Service was called to the scene to assist with the investigation.

West Vancouver Police Department extended its condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

“As this incident occurred late at night with no witnesses, we are asking anyone with relevant video footage or additional information to reach out to us at 604-925-7300 and quote file #24-10558,” said Sgt. Chris Bigland, spokesperson for WVPD.

Marine Drive traffic was blocked in the area in the wake of the crash but reopened around 7 a.m. Wednesday.

WVPD has been reached for more information on the crash.