First Ward Alderman and NIU student Karega Harris sustained minor injuries following a motorcycle accident outside Village Commons, 901 Lucinda Ave., Wednesday night.

Harris was treated and released from Kishwaukee Community Hospital with minor injuries.

According to a source close to Harris, his brand-new motorcycle was “totaled.” The source was unsure whether Harris was wearing a helmet or not.

Harris was elected to the DeKalb City Council in April. He is the director of Cultural Affairs for the NIU Student Association.

DeKalb police were unable to confirm the cause of the accident and said the investigation still is pending.

Harris was unavailable for comment Wednesday night.