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Alan E. Dietrich, 56, killed when SUV pulls in front of his motorcycle on Wyoming Highway 387 southwest of Wright

Modified Date: 
Tue, 10/06/2015 - 9:35am
Accident Date: 
Friday, August 7, 2015

Colorado Motorcyclist Killed In Wyoming Crash Identified

Sgt. David Wagener says Alan E. Dietrich, of Craig, Colorado, crashed into the SUV that entered an intersection in front of him on Wyoming Highway 387 southwest of Wright on Friday afternoon. Investigators say Dietrich, who was not wearing a helmet, was forced to lay his motorcycle down before the crash. Charges are pending against the 85-year-old driver of the SUV.
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Type: Motorcycle Accident
Topics: 
Elderly Drivers, Helmet Usage
People Involved: 
Alan E. Dietrich
Roadway: 
Wyoming Highway 387
City: 
Wright, WY
County: 
Campbell County, WY
Area: 
Denver, CO

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