NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (WLNE) — The victim of a fatal motorcycle crash on Route 18 in New Bedford has been identified by the Bristol County District Attorney’s office.

Johan Marquez Marte, 37, of New Bedford, died from injuries sustained in the crash that took place on August 3 at approximately 2:30 a.m.

Arriving officers found a Good Samaritan performing CPR on Marte on Route 18 near Union Street.

Officers continued CPR while awaiting emergency medical personnel.

Marte was transported to an area hospital where he was pronounced deceased.

The initial investigation determined that Marte lost control of the motorcycle and he was found a short distance from the spot of the crash.

According to Jennifer Sowa of the Bristol County DA’s office, the incident is still under investigation by Mas

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