Motorcyclist killed in crash in Southwest area of the valley

A motorcyclist was killed in a crash in southwest Las Vegas on Sunday afternoon, police said.

Metropolitan Police Department officers responded to the crash near near Fort Apache Road and Arby Avenue at about 2:30 p.m. The motorcycle rider was transported to a local hospital in critical condition and later was pronounced dead.

Police have asked the public to avoid the area while the investigation is ongoing.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.