Motorcyclist Steven Schlie, 61, killed when rear-ended by vehicle on Highway 86 Expressway in Coachella, California
Motorcyclist killed in Highway 86 crash
The car's driver was not injured and it didn't appear drugs or alcohol played a role in the collision, according to the sheriff's department.
Other details weren't released and officials want anyone with information to call (760) 863-8990.
Motorcyclist killed in Highway 86 crash
At about 2 p.m., Steven Schlie, 61, was going south when he stopped at Avenue 52 and was hit by a four-door sedan, according to the Riverside County Sheriff's Department.
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