Motorcyclist killed after losing control while travelling more than 200 km/h, police say

Police say a motorcyclist was travelling more than 200 km/h right before a fatal crash in northeast Calgary on Wednesday night.

Posted Aug 27, 2026 12:34 pm.

Last Updated Aug 27, 2026 12:21 pm.

Police say a motorcyclist was travelling more than 200 km/h right before a fatal crash in northeast Calgary on Wednesday night.

Emergency crews were called to McKnight Boulevard near Metis Trail NE around 7:50 p.m. for reports of a single‑vehicle collision.

Police say a motorcycle was heading eastbound on McKnight at more than 200 km/h when the driver lost control and was thrown from the bike near the Metis Trail off‑ramp.

The driver, a 39‑year‑old man, was rushed to hospital with life‑threatening injuries, where he was pronounced dead.

Investigators do not believe impairment was a factor in the crash.

Anyone with additional information is asked to contact Calgary police at 403‑266‑1234, or submit tips to Crime Stoppers anonymously.

Police tape is shown in Toronto, Tuesday, May 2, 2017. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Graeme Roy

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