Reno Police Department crash

Police are investigating a deadly motorcycle crash near Amston Road and Double R Blvd. in south Reno.

Emergency crews responded to the scene around 10 a.m. on Tuesday after a report of a motorcycle that had collided with a tree. 

Officers found the unidentified rider dead on scene. 

The roadway will remain closed to allow investigators to process the scene.

Closures are in effect from northbound Double R Boulevard at Double Diamond Parkway and will extend to Maestro Drive.

The cause of the collision remains under investigation. 

ORIGINAL STORY: 

Drivers in South Reno should avoid the area after emergency crews responded to a crash at Double R and Amston Road on Tuesday morning.

Reno police advised they are working a crash involving a single motorcycle at the intersection. Emergency crews are on scene, but it is unknown if anyone was injured or what caused the crash.

Drivers should avoid the area and consider alternate routes as the situation continues. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.