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Motorcyclist dies after hitting semitruck; 96th Avenue closes in Commerce City

The crash occurred in the 9700 block of 96th Avenue

DENVER, CO - OCTOBER 10: Denver Post reporter Katie Langford. (Photo By Patrick Traylor/The Denver Post)
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A motorcyclist died after crashing into a semitruck in the 9700 block of 96th Avenue on Friday afternoon,

Police reported the crash on X just before 2 p.m. The motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene,

Police have not yet determined if alcohol, drugs or speed were factors in the crash, said spokesperson Joanna Small. The motorcyclist will be identified by the Adams County coroner’s office.

Police closed 96th Avenue from Heinz Way to Dallas Street for the investigation, and the road was still closed as of 3:20 p.m.

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