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A tragic motorcycle accident occurred early Wednesday morning in southwestern Lawrence, resulting in the death of a 44-year-old man.
Authorities have identified the deceased as David Craig Evans from Gallatin, Tennessee.
Crash Discovered by Passerby Around 1 A.M.
The incident took place at approximately 1:00 a.m. on Wednesday near the roundabout at Clinton Parkway and Lake Pointe Drive, just over a mile west of Wakarusa Drive.
A passerby discovered the motorcyclist lying on the south side of the traffic island and promptly contacted emergency services.
Police Investigation Suggests Speed Was a Factor
Officers from the Lawrence Police Department’s Accident Investigation Unit quickly responded to the scene. They spent the overnight hours thoroughly documenting the crash site and gathering evidence.
In a Facebook update posted Wednesday morning, the police noted that they believe excessive speed likely contributed to the crash.
While the investigation remains ongoing, no other vehicles were reported to be involved in the collision.
Victim Was Not a Local Resident
Authorities confirmed that Evans was not a resident of Kansas or Missouri. At the time of their initial announcement, police had not released his identity out of respect for the notification process to ensure his family had been informed.
Public Notification and Community Response
Later that day, law enforcement officials formally identified David Craig Evans in a public update. The community has since expressed condolences and concern regarding the tragic circumstances of the crash.
The overnight crash at a southwest Lawrence roundabout claimed the life of David Craig Evans, a motorcyclist from Tennessee.
Authorities believe speed was a major contributing factor, and a full investigation is still underway.
The Lawrence Police Department continues to urge drivers and riders to exercise caution, particularly at roundabouts and intersections.