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Sheriff: Motorcyclist killed in Anderson Township crash identified

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CINCINNATI — One person is dead after a motorcycle crash in Anderson Township, according to the Hamilton County Coroner's Office.

The crash happened around 2:40 a.m. Friday morning on Salem Road, according to the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office.

Police said 58-year-old Gareth Benjamin was driving the motorcycle. He failed to make a left turn and hit a guardrail on the side of the road, police said. Benjamin was ejected from the motorcycle in the crash, HCSO said.

Police said Benjamin was given CPR at the scene, but "efforts to save his life were not successful."

Benjamin was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash, police said.

The roadway was closed for a few hours while crews worked to clear the debris.

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