Motorcycle driver dies in Route 51 crash
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A young motorcycle driver died Friday night when he crashed on Route 51 in Pittsburgh, police said.
The victim, believed to be about 20 years old, was not immediately identified Friday night.
Pittsburgh police said the man was headed outbound on Route 51 between Woodruff Street and Crane Avenue just after 8:30 p.m. when he lost control of his bike. He was found unresponsive and died at the scene.
Police said he was wearing a helmet but they believe speed was a factor.
Police were interviewing several witnesses.
A Collision Investigation Unit was investigating.