RCMP investigate two-vehicle collision in St. John's that killed 40-year-old man
ST. JOHN'S — Police in Newfoundland and Labrador say they are investigating a collision in St. John's that left a 40-year-old man dead.
They say officers responded to reports of a 'serious' collision on Pitts Memorial Drive, just East of Robert E. Howlett Memorial Drive, around 8:45 a.m. on Tuesday.
They say officers determined that the collision happened between a Dodge Charger and a Suzuki motorcycle.
Police say the motorcycle driver sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital.
They say he was pronounced dead a short time later.
RCMP is asking anyone with any information or dashcam footage to come forward.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published July 1, 2025.
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