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Shawn Martin Killed in Early Morning Motorcycle Crash on Cold Springs Road in Placerville

Fatal Solo Crash Claims Life of Local Man Before Dawn—Police Seek Witnesses

Cris Alarcon by Cris Alarcon
April 17, 2025
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Shawn Martin Killed in Early Morning Motorcycle Crash on Cold Springs Road in Placerville

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By Cris Alarcon, InEDC Writer. (April 16, 2025)

PLACERVILLE, Calif. — A 42-year-old Placerville man was killed in a solo motorcycle crash on Cold Springs Road, according to local authorities.

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The Placerville Police Department says, just before 2:30 a.m. Sunday, officers responded near Cold Springs and Middletown roads to investigate reports of a crash.

The Placerville Police Department reported that officers responded to the scene near the intersection of Cold Springs and Middletown roads. Upon arrival, first responders discovered that a motorcycle had crashed. Despite immediate medical aid from officers and El Dorado County Fire personnel, the rider was pronounced dead at the scene.

The victim has been identified as Shawn Martin, a resident of Placerville. The circumstances leading up to the crash remain under investigation.

Emergency crews temporarily closed the surrounding area to conduct cleanup and preliminary duties. Further details will be provided as the investigation continues.

The Placerville Police Department urges anyone with information about the incident to contact them at (530) 642-5210.

Cris Alarcon

Cris Alarcon

Former Member: Executive Board of Directors, Treasurer, Boys & Girl Club of El Dorado County Western Slope. - Former Member: Board of Directors, Treasurer, Food Bank of El Dorado County. - Opening Team Dealer at Red Hawk Casino - Retried EDC Elections Department Inspector. - Youngest Charter Member of the Hangtown Kennel Club. - Political Strategist and Campaign Manager.

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