ID released of man killed in motorcycle crash

Published: Aug. 21, 2016 at 2:06 PM EDT|Updated: Aug. 21, 2016 at 8:11 PM EDT
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LOUISVILLE, KY (WAVE) -  The name of a motorcyclist who was killed on Friday has been released.

Anthony Weaver, 28, was pronounced dead at the scene after losing control of his motorcycle at a sharp turn on Blanton Lane and Mills Drive, according to a press release.

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Weaver died from multiple blunt force injuries sustained in the accident, according to the autopsy.

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The press release says Weaver was not wearing a helmet when he crashed, but the helmet was attached to the back of the motorcycle.

Speed is a suspected factor in the accident.

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