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Minneapolis motorcyclist dies after hitting guardrail in Wabasha County
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Joseph Swanson , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· August 31, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The crash occurred on Highway 60, where the rider was heading west. A 27-year-old motorcyclist died after losing control of his bike and striking a guardrail.
A 27-year-old motorcyclist died after losing control of his bike and striking a guardrail. The crash occurred on Highway 60, where the rider was heading west. He was wearing a helmet at the time of the accident.
The Minnesota State Patrol reported that alcohol is not suspected to be a factor in the crash. The incident remains under investigation.
Further details about the crash are available from the source, including the circumstances surrounding the loss of control and the response of first responders.
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Category: safety Published: August 31, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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