Pennsylvania

Gregory M Calkins Killed in Accident at Route 901 in Foster Twp, PA

Published on: September 24, 2021

Date of Accident
September 23, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Gregory M Calkins
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Pennsylvania 901, Ashland, Foster Township, PA, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a collision that led to the death of a motorcyclist at Route 901 in Foster Twp, PA on September 23rd, 2021. Police say it happened around 5:19 p.m. A semi-truck headed northbound is said to have crossed a southbound lane in order to make a left turn. In the process, the truck cut into the path of a southbound motorcycle that had little to no time to react. The motorcycle collided with the truck and the biker, identified as 20-year-old Gregory M Calkins, died at the scene. The truck driver was not injured. The driver of the truck, 51-year-old William D Thomas II, faces Carless Driving charges.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Schuylkill County Police
Vehicles Involved
Motorcycle, Tractor-trailer
Road/Highway
Route 901
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Semi-truck steered across a southbound lane to make a turn and was struck by a motorcycle

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