The Hickory Police Department is investigating a fatal crash involving a motorcycle that occurred on Thursday (June 18).

At approximately 7:55 p.m., a 2021Kawasaki motorcycle, driven by 32-year-old Levi Scovern of Hickory, was traveling west on 13th Avenue Drive SE. A 2025 MINI Cooper turned left out of the parking lotof the Hampton Inn, traveling west onto 13th Avenue Drive SE. The Kawasaki then struck the rear of the MINI Cooper.

Scovern was transported to Frye Regional Medical Center where he was pronounced deceased. During the investigation, officers determined excessive speed by the motorcycle was a factor in this collision. No charges were filed as of today (June 19)  This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact Master Police. Officer Elijah Adkins at eadkins@hickorync.gov or call the Hickory Police Department at 828-328-5551.