Kanab man killed in I-70 motorcycle crash

The aftermath of a motorcycle accident that killed a Kanab man on I-70, Sevier County, Utah, June 29, 2014 | Photo courtesy of Utah Highway Patrol, St. George News

SOUTHERN UTAH  A Kanab man died Sunday evening in a motorcycle crash on Interstate 70, mile post 70, in Sevier County. He was identified Monday as Carl D. Potter, age 74, of Kanab.

The aftermath of a motorcycle accident that killed a Kanab man on I-70, Sevier County, Utah, June 29, 2014 | Photo courtesy of Utah Highway Patrol, St. George News
The aftermath of a motorcycle accident that killed a Kanab man on I-70, Sevier County, Utah, June 29, 2014 | Photo courtesy of Utah Highway Patrol, St. George News

Potter was traveling westbound on a red 2009 Kawasaki KL650 motorcycle when the accident occurred, according to a statement released by the Utah Highway Patrol. Potter’s motorcycle was the only vehicle involved in the crash.

A UHP trooper was dispatched to the scene of the accident around 6 p.m. Sunday. The victim was reported dead at the scene by an EMT who was traveling through the area. Witnesses told UHP that Potter died instantly in the crash.

Potter was wearing a helmet when the accident occurred, according to the statement. The cause of the accident is still being investigated.

This report is based on preliminary information provided by law enforcement or other emergency responders and may not contain the full scope of findings.

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3 Comments

  • Sydnee July 2, 2014 at 9:09 am

    I was blessed to know you Don, you will be missed by many who loved you

  • Kathy Keheley July 4, 2014 at 3:28 pm

    Don – you were a wonderful friend for the last 35 years. I am going to miss you.

    Love,
    Kathy

  • Carl Potter July 11, 2014 at 6:56 am

    This was my dad’s accident. Don Potter as he was known. We had services this past Tuesday for him in Kanab. RIP pops. Love always Carl…
    Thank you Sydnee and Kathy for you kind comments.

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