Eric Hansen, 31, killed when his dirt bike collides with truck by Utah Lake near Spanish Fork, Utah
Motorcyclist killed in crash near Utah Lake identified
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Motorcyclist who died in crash near Utah Lake was from Spanish Fork
Utah County deputies have identified Eric Spencer Hansen of Spanish Fork as the motorcyclist who died Saturday after crashing near Utah Lake.
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Eric Hansen, 31, of Spanish Fork, was killed Saturday night after his dirt bike collided with a truck on the southeast side of Utah Lake near Sandy Beach. Hansen was apparently trying to pass the truck on the right when the truck was making a right turn. Hansen went airborne following the crash and struck a tree. He sustained major head injuries and was transported to Utah Valley Regional Medical Center in extremely critical condition, where he was pronounced dead. Police reports state Hansen was riding near Sandy Beach on the southeast side of Utah Lake when the accident happened. A truck was attempting to turn right while Hansen tried to pass him on the right. He was not wearing a helmet.
Since motorcycle crashes often end in serious injuries, victims need immediate help
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