Des Moines Register

A motorcyclist died in a crash on the east side of Des Moines, police report.

The crash occurred about 12:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, at the intersection of E 26th Street and State Avenue, Des Moines police said in news release.

Police said a preliminary investigation showed the 43-year-old man who was riding the motorcycle was northbound on E 26th Street when he lost control of the bike and hit a curb, suffering critical injuries. He was taken to Unity Point Methodist Medical Center, where he died.

Police did not provide the name of the rider, who they said was not wearing a helmet. They said their investigation continues.

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