St. Joseph police investigating fatal E-Bike crash

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- The St. Joseph Police Department said it is investigating a fatal E-Bike crash on a walking trail on Sunday night.

At about 9:20 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 11, officers responded to the walking trail between 77 Francis Street and 777 Winner Circle for a report of a possible bicycle crash with a man down.

Officers said they found a 26-year-old man lying on the ground with an E-Bike on top of him.

According to a news release, the man sustained serious injuries, was transported to Mosaic Life Care and was later pronounced dead.

SJPD said the crash remains under investigation by its Traffic Unit. No additional information is being released at this time.

Anyone with information that may assist with the investigation is encouraged to contact the St. Joseph police Department at 816-271-4777 or submit an anonymous tip through the TIPS Hotline at 816-238-TIPS (8477).

A GoFundMe has been created to help with funeral expenses and support for the victim's son. To learn more, visit: https://gofund.me/926d83b52.