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Motorcyclist killed in accident on West Orange Avenue, TPD investigating

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — A motorcyclist has been killed in an accident on West Orange Avenue Monday afternoon.

The Tallahassee Police Department is investigating a traffic crash near the intersection of West Orange Avenue and Paul Dirac Dr. At about 1:06 pm Monday, TPD responded to the crash involving a vehicle and a motorcycle.

The driver of the motorcycle has died as a result of their injuries.

Traffic Homicide Investigators have been called to the scene and have assumed the investigation. Both east and west bound lanes on West Orange Ave, and north and south bound lanes of West Paul Dirac Drive were closed for hours. All lanes have since been reopened.

TPD is asking anyone who may have witnessed the crash, but did not speak with an officer on scene, or anyone with information about the accident to please call (850) 891-4200 and ask to speak with the Traffic Homicide Unit. They may also remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at (850) 574-TIPS.