Motorcyclist Dies in Single-vehicle Crash in Louisa County

LOUISA, Va. (AP) — A motorcyclist from Ashland has died in a single-vehicle crash in Louisa County.

Virginia State Police tell news outlets that 47-year-old Steven R. Widener died at the scene Sunday night.

Troopers say Widener was traveling west on Jefferson Highway when he attempted to pass a vehicle, veered off the road and hit several fence posts. Widener was thrown off the motorcycle and died at the scene.

Police say Widener was wearing a helmet during the incident.

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