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Motorcyclist killed in Marietta wreck today.


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From today's MDJ:

MARIETTA — A motorcyclist was killed Wednesday afternoon after running into the side of a Cobb Community Transit vehicle on South Marietta Parkway near Aviation Road.

The incident, which occurred at about 1:13 p.m., saw the motorcyclist run into the passenger side of the CCT vehicle as it was turning left into the CCT bus station, according to Officer Brittany Wallace, spokesperson for Marietta Police.

The impact killed the motorcycle operator instantly, she said. He was later identified as 27-year-old Charles Ripley Jr. of Marietta.

The bus driver, who was the only person on the bus, was taken to WellStar Kennestone Hospital in Marietta for minor injuries.

Those who witnessed or have more information on the incident are asked to contact Officer Nick Serkadakis at (770) 749-5364.

Read more: The Marietta Daily Journal - Motorcyclist killed in S Marietta Parkway crash

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