Motorcyclist Killed In Westmoreland County Crash
HEMPFIELD TOWNSHIP (KDKA) – A motorcyclist was killed in an accident Tuesday morning in Westmoreland County.
According to the Westmoreland County Coroner, the accident happened around 9 a.m. in the 900-block of Arona Road in Hempfield Township.
Paul Stephan, 39, of North Huntingdon, was killed when he crossed the center line and struck an SUV. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
According to state police, Stephan decided to pass a slower vehicle and lost control.
"Mr. Stephan drove his vehicle into the oncoming lane, and for some reason, lost control. The motorcycle lands on its side and slides around 80 to 90 feet before it strikes into the SUV," said Trooper Steve Limani, of Pennsylvania State Police.
Police say the driver of the SUV slowed down nearly to a stop when Stephan's body hit the vehicle.
"There was no helmet worn by.. Mr. Stephan," said Trooper Limani.
The two occupants in the SUV were taken to a local hospital with minor injuries.
The investigation into the crash continues.
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