City of Lincoln, NE
08/22/2026 | Press release | Archived content
LPD Investigates Fatality Crash | NW 1st Street and W Grand Drive
LPD Investigates Fatality Crash | NW 1st Street and W Grand Drive
Published on August 22, 2026
The Lincoln Police Department (LPD) is investigating a fatal crash that resulted in the death of a motorcyclist.
On Friday August 21, at 7:00 p.m., LPD and emergency personnel were dispatched to the area of NW 1st Street and W. Grand Drive on the report of a crash involving two motorcycles.
The preliminary investigation determined that two motorcycles were driving southbound on NW 1st Street near W. Grand Drive when they were involved in a collision. One driver suffered minor injuries, while the other driver was transported to a local hospital with critical injuries. Around 11:30 p.m., the 33-year-old driver at the hospital succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to call our non-emergency number at 402-441-6000. To remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 402-475-3600, report online at lincolncrimestoppers.com or download the free P3 app.
Once complete, the full crash report can be accessed online: https://cjis.lincoln.ne.gov/~lpd/ACCIDENTS.htm
LPD Case: C6-071110
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