Motorcyclist dies after crashing into guardrail, landing in creek

COBB COUNTY, Ga. — A man died in a crash after police say he was ejected from his motorcycle in Cobb County.

The crash happened around 10:30 p.m. Sunday night off Maxham Road. Investigators identified the victim as 26-year-old Alejandro Garcia-Zavala.

His family identified him as a father of a 2-year-old girl.

“With a heavy heart, today we say goodbye to our angel that heaven has gained. Our brother, son, cousin and most importantly a wonderful father to his 2-year-old baby girl,” his sister Brenda Garcia said.

The Garcia family has set up an account for funeral expenses through his sister’s account $brendagac on Cash App to help his daughter. Funeral arrangements are pending.

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Police said that Garcia-Zavala suddenly lost control of his bike before he hit the curb and a guardrail. The impact ejected the 26-year-old, who landed in a nearby creek.

The Cobb County Medical Examiner declared him dead at the scene. Police said it’s unclear what caused Garcia-Zavala to lose control.

Anyone who may have witnessed the crash is asked to contact the Cobb Police S.T.E.P unit at 770-499-3987.

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