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Motorcycle rider fighting for his life after serious crash on Route 44 causes lane closures

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Courtesy of Galt PD

Chief Matthew Perkins reports that the Lakeville Police Department is investigating a motorcycle crash that occurred on Route 44 Monday afternoon.

At approximately 12:30 p.m., Lakeville Police and Fire were dispatched to the area of 13 Harding St. (Route 44) for a crash between a motorcycle and another vehicle.

Upon arrival, first responders located the male operator of the motorcycle suffering from life-threatening injuries. The man was treated by paramedics on scene before being transported to Rhode Island Hospital via medical helicopter.

The female operator of the other vehicle did not report injuries.

Route 44 in the immediate area of the crash is currently partially closed. Drivers are encouraged to avoid the area for the time being while investigators remain on scene or expect delays.

The crash remains under investigation by Lakeville Police with assistance from the Massachusetts State Police Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Section and Crime Prevention and Control (CPAC) unit.

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