Motorcycle Crash In Miami Co. Leaves 1 Dead 1 Injured

A motorcycle crash on State Route 571 at Peters Road near Tipp City turned fatal in Miami County Wednesday evening.

Deputies said the traffic light was starting to turn red and the motorcyclist layed his motorcycle down to try not to hit the vehicle in front. The passenger on the motorcyle died on the scene.

Killed was Linda Hogsten, 62, of Huber Heights. The operator of the cycle, Brian Kooser, 40, of Clayton, is in crtical condition at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton. He suffered severe head injuries from the crash.

It is spring and motorcylists are out again, so motorist should be cautious.

Miami County Sheriff Charles Cox said the driver and the passenger on the motrocycle were not wearing helmets. "Always wear your helmets," said the sheriff.

Steve.Baker@whiotv.com