Motorcyclist injured in hit-and-run crash near 63rd, Troost
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The Kansas City, Missouri Police Department is investigating a hit-and-run crash Tuesday night that left one person with life-threatening injuries.
The incident was reported around 7:45 p.m. in the area of East 63rd Street and Troost Avenue.
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Preliminary investigation into the incident said the driver of a motorcycle was speeding northbound on Troost from Meyer Boulevard. At the same time, the driver of a silver vehicle was attempting to turn east on 63rd Street from Troost, causing the crash, according to KCPD.
KCPD said the driver of the silver vehicle left eastbound on 63rd Street.
The motorcyclist was taken to an area hospital with injuries believed to be life-threatening.
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The incident remains under investigation.
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