MESA, Ariz. — A motorcycle rider is dead after a crash in Mesa, according to the city's police department.

The intersection where the crash happened, on Southern Avenue east of Val Vista Drive, will be closed for an unknown amount of time while detectives investigate. Officials said the crash involved the motorcycle and another vehicle, but did not give further details.

The victim's name was not released.

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