An early Monday commute through Herriman turned tragic when a motorcyclist in his early 40s was killed after colliding with a semitruck at 12600 South and the Mountain View Corridor. Police shut down 12600 South in both directions while investigators documented the scene and crews cleared the wreckage.
Crash details
Investigators say the crash happened at about 6:46 a.m., when both the motorcycle and the semitruck were heading west, and the motorcycle moved in front of the truck, triggering the collision, according to FOX13. FOX13 reports the rider, described as a 41-year-old man, was pronounced dead at the scene, while the 70-year-old semitruck driver was not hurt. Officials told FOX13 they do not suspect impairment played a role in the crash.
Road closures and response
As reported by KSL TV, authorities have not yet released the rider's identity, and 12600 South stayed closed in both directions while crews continued clearing debris and investigators collected evidence. Herriman officers managed traffic around the closure and warned morning commuters to expect delays while the on-site investigation unfolded.
Statewide trend
The deadly crash also arrives amid a broader safety concern. The Utah Highway Safety Office has documented rising motorcycle fatalities in recent years, with motorcycle deaths increasing into 2024 and continuing to account for a disproportionate share of the state's traffic fatalities, according to the agency's 2026 problem-identification report. The pattern underscores the heightened risks riders face on high-speed roads like the Mountain View Corridor.
Investigation ongoing
Herriman police are still working to piece together exactly what led up to the collision and have not released additional information about the rider. FOX13 reported that crews remained at the scene Monday morning, and anyone with information is urged to contact the Herriman Police Department.
