DPS: Speeding Corvette driver rear-ended motorcyclist on US 60 in Mesa
The motorcyclist died at the scene
MESA, AZ (3TV/CBS 5) — A crash shut down a busy East Valley freeway overnight and left a man dead late Tuesday night.
According to DPS troopers, the crash happened on the US 60 eastbound near Dobson Road around 11 p.m. Authorities say an 18-year-old was speeding in a 2024 Chevy Corvette when she spotted a motorcyclist, later identified as 46-year-old Michael Clark, in the HOV lane ahead of her. The girl attempted to stop, but rear-ended Clark.
Troopers say Clark struck the concrete wall and fell off his bike. The Corvette driver pulled over and attempted to perform CPR on Clark, but he died from his injuries.
Troopers say the Corvette driver stayed at the scene and was not injured. While the investigation is ongoing, it’s unclear if the 18-year-old will face charges for Clark’s death.
The freeway was shut down throughout the night but reopened around 4 a.m.
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