Fatal motorcycle crash stalls traffic on SE Stark Street

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – Portland police say traffic is closed on Southeast 167th Avenue and Southeast Stark Street as they investigate a fatal motorcycle crash with an SUV Thursday afternoon.

Just after 3 p.m., a spokesperson with the Portland Police Bureau said westbound traffic in the area of 16700 SE Stark St. would be closed until approximately 5:30 p.m.

The identity of the motorcyclist that died has yet to be released, but police confirmed he was a 33 years old and succumbed to his injuries at the scene of the crash. Investigators say the driver of the SUV stayed at the scene and is cooperating with police.

Gresham Police have asked witnesses to call their tip line: 503-618-2719.

This investigation is ongoing. Stay with KOIN 6 as we receive more information.