Authorities have identified the man who was killed in a fatal motorcycle crash Saturday afternoon in Columbia County, according to Catawissa police.
The crash happened along Route 42 (Numidia Drive) near Catawissa. Police say Woodward was riding a Harley-Davidson motorcycle southbound from Catawissa when he appeared to lose control while navigating a bend in the roadway.
Investigators reported skid marks in the gravel along the roadside, indicating the motorcycle lost traction and was laid down prior to impact. The motorcycle then struck a guardrail, causing Woodward to suffer fatal injuries. He was pronounced dead at the scene by responding officials.
Emergency crews were dispatched at approximately 4:45 p.m., and Route 42 was shut down between Kulp Road and Slabtown Road for several hours as police and county officials conducted an on-scene investigation.
Route 42 is a rural two-lane roadway running through Columbia County, connecting communities including Catawissa and Numidia. The area where the crash occurred contains curves and elevation changes that are commonly traveled by both local residents and passing motorists.
The crash remains under investigation by Catawissa police. No additional information has been released at this time.
A GoFundMe has been created to help support Woodward’s family during this difficult time. The fundraiser can be found here:
