The BC Coroners Service has confirmed the identity of a male who died following a motorcycle incident in Nelson on Aug. 13, 2013.

He was Justin James Klassen, aged 24, from Nelson.

Mr. Klassen was riding his motorcycle westbound on Douglas Road in Nelson in the early hours of Aug. 13 when he lost control while making a turn onto Morgan Street. Mr. Klassen was found deceased at the scene.

The BC Coroners Service and Nelson Police continue to investigate this death.

The family of Mr. Klassen has been notified of his death. On behalf of the family, the BC Coroners Service asks that the media respect their privacy at this difficult time.

For further information, please contact:

Barb McLintock
Coroner, Strategic Programs
BC Coroners Service
250 356-9253