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GILBERT, AZ — A crash near Queen Creek Road at Recker Road in Gilbert has killed a motorcyclist and critically injured another, according to the Gilbert Police Department.
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Gilbert Police say the crash happened just before 7:30 p.m. involving an SUV and a motorcycle with two riders.
One of the motorcyclists was pronounced dead at the scene while the other was transported to the hospital with critical injuries.
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The intersection is expected to remain closed for an extended amount of time.
Authorities are asking the public to avoid the area and use alternate routes if possible.
This is a developing story. We will continue updating this story with the latest information.
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