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The Oregon State Police (OSP) is continuing the investigation into Tuesday’s fatal motorcycle-involved traffic crash found by a citizen who had stopped along Highway 395 near Ukiah.
According to OSP Sgt. Sterling Hall, on July 15, 2014 at approximately 12:48 p.m., a citizen had stopped along the side of Highway 395 near milepost 53B when he saw a motorcycle over the edge of the roadway. Emergency responders arriving on scene confirmed there was an adult male lying near the motorcycle who was pronounced dead at the scene.
Preliminary investigation indicates a 2009 Buel motorcycle operated by Mark Hall PFenning, 57, of Bend, was traveling northbound when Pfenning lost control in a left curve. The motorcycle slid on its side across the turnout on the shoulder where it went down an embankment off the highway. The estimated time of the crash is not confirmed.
OSP troopers from the Pendleton Area Command office are continuing the investigation. OSP was assisted at the scene by Ukiah Quick Response Team, Pendleton Fire and Ambulance Department, LifeFlight, and the Oregon Department of Transportation.
ODOT recently sent a news release regarding motorcycle safety with reminders and tips for everyone traveling on our roads:
OSP joins ODOT in urging all travelers to stay focused on safety and Drive Safely to Save Lives.
