By: Richard L. Smith

Authorities are investigating a deadly crash late Monday night that involved a stolen motorcycle in Newark’s North Ward.

The collision occurred around 9:45 p.m. in the 600 block of Mount Prospect Avenue, near the entrance to 696 Mount Prospect Avenue.

According to a statement released by The Essex County Prosecutor’s Office, a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder was heading north on the avenue when the driver attempted to make a left turn into the property.

At that moment, the SUV was struck by an off-road motorcycle traveling southbound.

Police said the motorcycle had been reported stolen and was also unregistered.

In addition, investigators noted that the bike was not equipped with lights, a factor that may have contributed to the crash.

The rider, whose identity has not y

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