12-03-2025
Motorcyclist killed in crash while allegedly fleeing police ID'd as high schooler
The motorcyclist killed when he rear-ended a pickup truck while allegedly fleeing police has been identified as an 18-year-old from Big Lake.
The Minnesota State Patrol says Deke Sibley died at the scene following the collision at around 11:15 p.m. Monday. Sibley was a senior at Monticello High School.
According to the crash report, Sherburne County Sheriff's Office was attempting to stop Sibley's motorcycle "for a traffic violation" when he crashed into an eastbound Chevy Silverado on Highway 10 in Becker Township.
The driver of the Chevy, a 75-year-old Minneapolis man, suffered minor injuries in the collision.
Sibley was riding a Suzuki GSX1300 Sport at the time of the crash.
Note: The details provided in this story are based on law enforcement's latest version of events, and may be subject to change.