Sutton, WV (June 12, 2025) – On Wednesday, June 11, there were fatal injuries after a two-vehicle crash in the Sutton area. The deadly accident took place in Braxton County on Route 15 east of the Gerald R. Freeman Campground that afternoon at around 1:20 p.m. Local reports indicated that a motorcyclist and another vehicle collided head-on at the scene.
It was later revealed that 62-year-old Jeffrey Robertson of Elkview was traveling west on a motorcycle when he collided head-on with an oncoming motor vehicle. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene to provide aid to the involved parties. Despite life-saving aid from attending medical personnel, Robertson suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. No other injuries were reported in the crash. The area was temporarily closed as local authorities were present. No further information on the deadly accident is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the incident is in progress.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Fatal Motorcycle Crashes in West Virginia
For many people in West Virginia, riding a motorbike is a fantastic hobby. Nothing compares to the thrill of speeding down an open road while riding a motorcycle. There are concerns, though, as riders are far more vulnerable to traffic hazards. In 2022, there were 41 motorcycle crash fatalities in West Virginia, a 41 percent increase from the previous year. For every 10,000 motorbikes registered in the state, seven fatalities occurred.
Alcohol was a contributing factor in over one-third of motorcycle fatalities. Motorcyclists are 28 times more likely to die in a collision than drivers. With the assistance of a compassionate and courageous legal team like ours at Tiano O’Dell, you may have the right to pursue a wrongful death claim if a loved one is tragically killed in a motorcycle accident.
Someone you care about could be permanently lost as a result of the actions of a careless motorist. In this sense, handling a fatal motorbike accident alone is never easy, particularly if it involves the tragic loss of a loved one. One death is too many, and Tiano O’Dell’s skilled team of West Virginia wrongful death lawyers is prepared to support you and your loved ones as you seek justice. We are just a phone call away if you are ready to begin working on your case. Give our law offices a call at (304) 720-6700 right now.
Note: This post was written for informational purposes only. This post is based on information from secondary sources, and our team has not independently verified the accident details. If you identify any inaccuracies, please contact Tiano O’Dell, PLLC so we can update the post with accurate information. We will also remove the post upon request.
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