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Milwaukee fatal crash, 27th and Forest Home, motorcycle, scooter involved
A man, 38, was killed in a crash at 27th and Forest Home on Sunday when his scooter collided with a motorcycle.
MILWAUKEE - A Milwaukee man, 38, was killed in a crash at 27th and Forest Home on Sunday, June 18, when his scooter collided with a motorcycle.
It happened after 4 p.m.
The motorcyclist, a Milwaukee man, 20, was taken to the hospital with injuries. The motorcycle was on fire after the crash.
Police said the operator of the scooter disregarded a red light while headed west on Forest Home. The motorcyclist had the green light and was going south on 27th.
Milwaukee fatal crash, 27th and Forest Home
"I'm still in shock right now," said Justus Castillo, witness. "I don't even know what to say, especially since it's Father's Day."
Castillo was with his mom, picking up a car nearby.
"The bike was still on fire," he said. "It was making popping sounds. We saw the smoke, and we didn't know it was right there."
Milwaukee fatal crash, 27th and Forest Home
The crash brought traffic to a near standstill, with 27th and Forest Home closed for a block in each direction for about three hours.
Castillo said words were hard to come by after witnessing the aftermath of the crash.
"Some parents are going to get a call saying their child passed away," said Castillo. "I can’t even imagine hearing those words, let alone on Father’s Day. You’re supposed to be celebrating with your children."
Milwaukee fatal crash, 27th and Forest Home
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The cause of the crash is under investigation. Anyone with any information is asked to contact Milwaukee police at 414-935-7360, or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at (414)224-Tips/ or P3 Tips.