A fatal motorcycle accident in Salt Lake City's Fairpark neighborhood is under investigation by the Salt Lake City Police Department (SLCPD). The crash occurred at an intersection known for its bustling activity but now marked by tragedy. As reported by SLCPD, the incident took place around 6:08 p.m. Monday, when a call came into SLC911 regarding a collision at 900 West and 200 North, emergency responders rushed to the scene.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a critically injured motorcyclist who was immediately transported to the hospital; unfortunately, the individual succumbed to their injuries. Details regarding their identity have not been released pending notification of kin. The preliminary investigation suggests the car was executing a left turn from 200 North onto 900 West, and the motorcycle was traveling northbound, when the two collided. The driver of the car stayed at the crash site, and as of now, impairment does not appear to be a factor in this fatal event.
The aftermath of the collision has resulted in the closure of the intersection, obstructing the usual flow of traffic. No other injuries related to the accident have been reported. The Salt Lake City Police Department’s specialized team, the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction (CAR) Team, alongside their Crime Lab, has joined forces to meticulously dissect the event. Their expertise in collision analysis is critical in piecing together the moments that led up to the crash.
This latest incident marks the fifth traffic-related fatality in Salt Lake City for the year 2025, a statistic that weighs heavily on a community familiar with the perils of navigating urban thoroughfares. Media personnel have been instructed to station themselves at 200 North Laxon Court as the SLCPD continues its thorough analysis and announces any forthcoming developments in the investigation, information that will eventually fill the gaps of what transpired on this unfortunate evening.
