A motorcyclist died after losing control early Saturday morning in Philadelphia.
Police said the incident happened just after 1 a.m. right near the St. Joseph's University Boathouse along Kelly Drive.
James Marable, 51 of Philadelphia was traveling eastbound at a high rate of speed when he hit the curb and was thrown from the bike, police said.
Medics pronounced him dead at the scene, according to officials.
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The crash is currently under investigation and there is no additional information at this time.
This story has been updated to reflect new information provided by law enforcement officials.
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