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WA woman dies in motorbike crash in US
AAP
A West Australian woman has died and her husband is in a critical condition after their motorbike hit a bush turkey during a charity ride in the United States.
Steve and Barbara Thomas were participating in the Black Dog Ride across America when they crashed on Friday near Durango, Colorado.
Ms Thomas was the pillion passenger.
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In a statement, ride founder Steve Andrews said the close-knit community was devastated by the accident.
"Our deepest condolences are with Barbara's loved ones and our fellow riders," he said.
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