West Virginia

Devon Brantly Killed in Accident at US Route 19 in Nicholas County, WV

Date
March 16, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Devon Brantly
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 19, Morgantown, Nicholas County, WV, U.S.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
West Virginia State Police
Vehicles Involved
Motorcycle, Log Truck
Road/Highway
US Route 19
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Motorcycle collided with a log truck


What Happened

West Virginia State Police are investigating a crash that killed two people at US Route 19 in Nicholas County, WV on March 16th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 3 p.m. Officers allege that a motorcycle traveling a high rate of speed was clocked by police, who attempted to initiate a traffic stop. While being pursued, the motorcycle turned onto Route 19 and collided with a log truck. The impact caused both occupants to be ejected from the vehicle, causing both to suffer fatal injures. The driver of the of the motorcycle was identified as 19-year-old Devon Brantly. The other victim was not publicly named, due to age. Additional information was not available.

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