20-year-old killed in Kenton County motorcycle crash

KENTON COUNTY, Ky. (WXIX) - Southbound I-71/75 just past Dixie Highway in Kenton County has reopened after a fatal motorcycle crash Saturday.

Fort Mitchell police said the crash happened at 4:45 p.m.

Officers found the operator of the motorcycle dead at the scene.

According to police, it appears no other vehicles were involved in the crash.

Excessive speed is likely a factor, they said.

The highway was shut down for several hours.

Police said the motorcyclist was a 20-year-old man but they are not releasing his identity at this time.

Anyone who may have witnessed the collision or who has information is asked to call the Fort Mitchell Police Department at 859-331-2823.

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