UPDATE: 17-year-old motorcyclist killed in Farr West collision

Mar 19, 2024, 5:43 PM | Updated: Mar 20, 2024, 4:31 pm

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FARR WEST, Weber County —One man was killed on Tuesday following an collision between a motorcycle and Ford truck, according to Utah Highway Patrol.

On Wednesday, the Department of Public Safety identified the victim as 17-year-old Yuri L. Torreao, of Sunset.

According to a statement released by UHP, at approximately 11 a.m., a Ford truck pulling a trailer in the area of 2000 W. 2700 North in Farr West attempted to make a left turn and was struck by a motorcycle, resulting in the death of the rider.

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