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John E. Thayer, 66, dies in motorcycle wreck with car at 4015 West and 5015 South in Kearns, Utah

Modified Date: 
Thu, 07/13/2017 - 7:16pm
Accident Date: 
Sunday, September 20, 2015

Unified Police: Motorcyclist dies of Kearns accident injuries

A Taylorsville motorcyclist died early Monday of injuries sustained in a collision Sunday evening in Kearns. Thayer reportedly was riding southbound on 4015 West when a Honda making a left turn collided with him. He died early Monday morning, UPD confirmed. Sunday near 4015 West and 5015 South. The crash remained under investigation; no citations had been issued.

Taylorsville motorcyclist dies in collision

The case will be sent to the Salt Lake County District Attorney's Office once the investigation is completed to be reviewed for possible charges. KEARNS '€” A motorcyclist involved in a crash Sunday night when a vehicle pulled out in front of him has died from his injuries. The victim, who was not wearing a helmet, was thrown over the car upon impact, Bell said. The crash happened after 7 p.m. A car made a left turn in front of Thayer who was was unable to stop in time and collided with the front quarter panel on the passenger side of the vehicle, said Unified Police Lt.
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Type: Motorcycle Accident
People Involved: 
John E. Thayer
Roadway: 
4015 West and 5015 South
City: 
Kearns, UT
County: 
Salt Lake County, UT
Area: 
Salt Lake City, UT

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