Motorcyclist, 72, dies in crash on Hwy 223
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- A Stayton motorcyclist died in a crash in Polk County Sunday on Hwy 223, the Oregon State Police said.
Benjamin Gifford was driving a Honda Goldwing when he left the road while negotiating a curve near Pedee. The 72-year-old was thrown from the motorcycle and died at the scene.
Highway 223 was closed for more than 3 hours during the investigation.
No further information is available.