Motorcyclist killed in Northeast Philadelphia crash on Cottman Avenue, police investigating

A man is dead after a motorcycle crash in Northeast Philadelphia early Friday morning.

What we know:

Police say the crash happened around 6:45 a.m. on the 4300 block of Cottman Avenue in the Holmesburg neighborhood.

Emergency crews transported an adult male to Jefferson Torresdale Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 7:10 a.m.

The victim’s identity has not been released pending notification of next of kin.

What we don't know:

Authorities have not said what caused the crash.

It is also unclear whether other vehicles were involved or if any charges could be filed.

What's next:

The Philadelphia Police Department’s Crash Investigation Division is investigating.

The Source: This article was written using information from Philadelphia police.

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