WASHINGTON, D.C.— A fatal motorcycle crash occurred early Sunday morning in Northwest Washington, resulting in the death of 30-year-old William Edwards Jr. of Southeast. The incident happened at 3:27 a.m. when Edwards, riding a Suzuki GSX motorcycle without a helmet, collided with a black Toyota RAV4 at the intersection of 11th and U Streets.
Edwards was traveling at a high speed westbound on U Street and ran a red light, leading to the collision with the Toyota, which was moving northbound with a green light. Edwards was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The driver of the Toyota remained on the scene and cooperated with authorities.
The D.C. Metro Police Department is investigating the incident. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the police at (202) 727-9099 or text a tip to 50411.
