A fatal motorcycle crash took place in Gloucester Township early Wednesday morning.

The accident happened near Hickstown and Erial Roads just after 1:30 a.m. Gloucester Township Police arrived on the scene to find a motorcycle that had gone off the roadway, it's driver laying nearby. He was pronounced dead at the scene, reports Patch.com.

Hickstown Road was closed for several hours while police mounted an investigation into the crash. They have not yet revealed the victim's identity.

Police ask that anyone who saw the crash or has any information about it to contact the Gloucester Township Police Department at 856-228-4500 or the GTPD Anonymous Tip Line at 856-842-5560.

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