A 21-year-old motorcyclist is dead and a Brampton man has been charged following a crash early Saturday morning, Peel Regional Police said.
Emergency crews were called to the area of Bovaird Drive and Yellow Brick Road around 3:47 a.m. Saturday for reports of a crash involving a motorcycle and a vehicle.
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Police say the motorcycle and a white SUV collided at the intersection. Officers performed rescue measures on the motorcyclist, but the 21-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene.
A 48-year-old man later returned to the scene as officers investigated, Peel Regional Police media relations officer Lori McCann said.
He was arrested and charged with impaired driving. Investigators say additional charges may be filed as the investigation continues.
Bovaird Drive was closed in both directions between Main Street and Yellow Brick Road for several hours while police investigated.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Peel Regional Police.
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