STURGIS, S.D. – The South Dakota Highway Patrol says a motorcyclist received life-threatening injuries in a crash after fleeing from a traffic stop early Sunday morning.
The patrol says at 12:50am, Sunday, US 14A, mile marker 52: At 12:50am Sturgis Police attempted to stop a 2021 Harley Davidson motorcycle for exhibition driving.
The motorcycle fled and Sturgis Police engaged in a pursuit.
Authorities say the motorcycle left the lane of travel at a high speed and entered the ditch at MM 52 on US 14A.
The driver was transported by helicopter to Monument Health with serious life-threatening injuries.
The driver was not wearing a helmet.
The incident is under investigation.