Motorcyclist dies after weekend crash near Cochrane

CTVNewsCalgary.ca Digital Producer
Dave Dormer

A 23-year-old motorcyclist seriously injured in a crash near Cochrane, Alta. on Saturday has died.
In a statement released Monday, RCMP said several vehicles were headed northbound on Highway 22 when one stopped to turn left near Township Road 272 just before 1:30 p.m. The motorcyclist failed to stop, however, and collided with one of the vehicles.
"Cochrane RCMP extend their deepest condolences to the young man’s family and friends," read a statement.
Anyone who witnessed the collision and hasn't yet talked to police is asked to call Cochrane RCMP at 403-851-8000 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
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