Motorcyclist dies after solo accident in Sanger

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- A 36-year-old Fresno man has died from serious injuries after losing control of his motorcycle, according to Sanger Police.

Investigators report the rider was traveling at a high rate of speed with a female passenger north on Academy Avenue near Church Street just before 9:20 p.m. Saturday.

The female passenger has been transported to Community Regional Medical Center.

Officers say that alcohol is being investigated as a factor.

Streets in the area have been closed while officers investigate and police are asking drivers to avoid the area.

This is a developing story.