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Five motorcyclists die this week on Virginia roads; police recommend safety course

Crystal Graham
motorcycle on rural roadway
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Five motorcyclists have died on Virginia roads this week: one in Alexandria, three in Henrico County and one in Campbell County.

While some of the incidents are still under investigation, Virginia State Police is reminding motorcycle enthusiasts about safety precautions.

Virginia State Police offers a “Ride 2 Save Lives” motorcycle self-assessment course to allow current riders the opportunity to learn and practice rider safety. The class also covers how to handle hazards, special situations, interstate highways and curve negotiation.

The courses are taught by VSP motors troopers and run through October. Courses are offered throughout the state with upcoming classes in Salem, Richmond, Virginia Beach, Manassas and Fredericksburg, among others.

All course participants must have a valid operator’s license with a Class ‘M’ endorsement, appropriate riding attire, and helmet and eye protection.

Motorcycles must be street legal and helmets must be USDOT approved to participate in this program.

To register and to find courses, you can visit virginiastatepolice.eventbrite.com.

Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

Crystal Abbe Graham is the regional editor of Augusta Free Press. A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, she has worked for nearly 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of Virginia Tonight, a nightly TV news show. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television.