OAKLAND (KRON) — Police are looking for a vehicle that may have been involved in a deadly collision involving a motorcycle early Sunday morning in Oakland, officials with the California Highway Patrol said.
Police believe a white 2016 Kia Sorento was involved in the accident that occurred around 2 a.m. on eastbound Interstate Highway 980 near the 27th Street on-ramp.
A motorcyclist driving a 2006 orange Harley-Davidson was involved in the crash. Officers found the victim laying on the shoulder of the highway.
The motorcyclist, later identified as 40-year-old Rodeo resident Steven Lee, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Evidence found at the scene suggested that the Kia Sorento would have damage to the front right wheel area.
Anyone who may have seen the motorcyclist just before the collision or who witnessed the collision is asked to contact the Oakland CHP office at (510) 450-3821 or (707) 551-4196.
Police ask anyone who sees a vehicle matching the description above, please note the license plate and immediately contact police.Stay with KRON4 News for updates