By Crash News Writer 
Fremont County, CO (June 2, 2025) — A fatal motorcycle crash was reported Sunday afternoon along U.S. Highway 50 between Howard and Salida, marking the second fatality that day in Fremont County.
According to reports, the Colorado State Patrol received the call around 1:14 p.m. on June 1 near mile marker 232. Trooper Sherri Mendez confirmed that the motorcyclist died at the scene. At this time, the identity, age, and gender of the rider have not been released. Authorities stated no other vehicles were involved.
Due to the crash, the westbound lanes of U.S. 50 were closed, and eastbound lanes were alternating to allow traffic through. The investigation remains active as officials work to determine the cause of the accident.
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The information in this article is based on initial reports from local authorities and may be subject to updates as investigations continue.
- The identities of those involved in the incident have not been released pending official confirmation and notification of next of kin.
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