MARION, OH (MARION COUNTY NOW)—Troopers from the Marion Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol are investigating a fatal crash that occurred early Sunday morning on Caledonia Northern Road, north of Emahiser Road in Marion County.
The crash involved a 2024 Suzuki GSX1000 motorcycle driven by Seth G. Reece, 27, of Marion, Ohio.
The preliminary investigation indicates that Mr. Reece was traveling northbound on Caledonia Northern Road and approaching the intersection of Emahiser Road. According to OSHP, Mr. Reece failed to negotiate the curve at the intersection and traveled off the right side of the roadway into a field. Once in the field, Mr. Reece lost control of the motorcycle, causing it to overturn before coming to a final rest.
Mr. Reece was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Marion County Coroner Investigator, April Short. Authorities noted that Mr. Reece was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol was assisted at the scene by First Consolidated Fire and EMS, and Ron’s Towing.
The crash remains under investigation.