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Motorcyclist Dies in Santa Cruz County Crash on Highway 9

Martinez, Santa Cruz, accident, traffic, police, Santa Cruz County, Breaking

A 30-year-old man from Martinez died in a motorcycle crash on Highway 9 in Santa Cruz County. - The crash occurred Sunday afternoon on Highway 9 south of Highway 35.

- The man was driving a 2023 Ducati when he veered off the road and hit an embankment and a tree. - He was pronounced dead at the scene despite medical efforts.

- The CHP is investigating whether alcohol or drugs were involved.

This story was originally reported by mercurynews. Read the original article here.

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