A Monday evening motorcycle accident near the Mohegan Arena has claimed the life of one man. Wilkes-Barre Township Police reported that emergency crews were dispatched to Highland Park Boulevard following the incident. The driver of the motorcycle was quickly transported to Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center for treatment, but Coroner Fernandes later confirmed that the individual had died from their injuries.
According to the Wilkes-Barre Township Police, initial witness accounts suggest that speed may have played a significant role in the fatal collision. The department shared details of the incident on social media as they began their outreach to the community regarding the crash. Currently, the investigation into the specific circumstances surrounding the accident remains ongoing as authorities work to determine the exact cause.
