Fatal solo motorcycle crash reported on Bear Creek Drive in Merced, police say

A 34-year-old man suffered fatal injuries and a 27-year-old man was hospitalized in a crash Saturday, after a motorcyclist crashed into a parked car on East South Bear Creek Drive.

Merced police said in a news release alcohol is believed to be a factor in the crash.

Officers responded to East South Bear Creek Drive near Glen Avenue at 6:38 p.m. and rendered aid to the men, who had been on the same motorcycle. Police have not released their names.

The 34-year-old was taken to a local hospital, where he died. Police said he was not wearing a motorcycle helmet. The 27-year-old remains in serious but stable condition at a local trauma center.

Police are asking anyone with information regarding this incident to contact Officer M. Calcagno at (209) 385-6905 or by email at calcagnom@cityofmerced.org.