Reckless Motorcyclist Crashes Following Brief Attempt to Flee Trooper on I‑80

Reckless motorcyclist crashes following brief attempt to flee trooper on I‑80

LAKE COUNTY – On Friday, April 10th, at approximately 5:55 p.m., an Indiana State Trooper observed a sport motorcycle traveling at 95 mph in a posted 55 mph construction zone on I‑80 eastbound near the 8.7 mile-marker, which is near the Grant St. exit. The trooper attempted to stop the motorcycle; however, the driver accelerated to speeds estimated at over 130 mph, made multiple unsafe lane changes, and placed several motorists in danger. Due to…