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21-year-old motorcyclist killed near Columbia Blvd identified
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Key Points:
- A 21-year-old motorcyclist from Battle Ground, Washington, identified as Shea V. Heintz, died in a crash on northbound Interstate 5 at North Columbia Boulevard during heavy traffic on June 18.
- Preliminary investigation indicates the motorcyclist was lane-splitting at a speed significantly faster than the 20-30 mph traffic flow when he struck a Hyundai sedan and then a tractor-trailer.
- Speed and unlawful motorcycle passing are believed to be contributing factors in the crash, though no arrests or citations have been made; the involved driver is cooperating with police.
- Emergency responders confirmed the motorcyclist was deceased at the scene, and no other injuries were reported.
- The crash caused a temporary closure of northbound I-5 between North Lombard Street and North Columbia Boulevard for a major crash investigation.
