Maryland State Police ID motorcyclist killed in crash on I-370 in Montgomery County

GAITHERSBURG, Md. - Maryland State Police have identified a motorcyclist who was thrown from his bike and killed Thursday night on I-370 in Gaithersburg.

According to police, 23-year-old Armon Kossari of Shining Willow Drive in Rockville was driving his motorcycle west on the interstate when he lost control and flipped over.

Investigators say speed and reckless operation may have contributed to the crash. They do not believe alcohol was a factor in the crash.

They say only one vehicle was involved in the incident, which was reported around 7:06 p.m.

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All westbound lanes of the interstate at Exit 2 (Frederick Road) in Gaithersburg were closed down for the investigation.

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