The Morgantown community is mourning the heartbreaking loss of 24-year-old James Roy Smith III, who tragically died Sunday afternoon following a motorcycle crash on Interstate 68.
According to authorities, the crash occurred around 4:20 p.m. on April 12 along the westbound lanes near the 13-mile marker. Corporal F. E. Little responded to the scene after reports of a serious crash involving a motorcyclist.
Investigators said Smith was traveling westbound when he lost control of his motorcycle and was thrown from the bike. He sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene despite emergency response efforts.
Officials confirmed that next of kin have been notified. Family and friends are now left grieving an unexpected and devastating loss, struggling to come to terms with a life cut short far too soon.
Those who knew Smith are remembering him with sorrow, holding onto memories as the reality of his sudden passing begins to settle in. His death has deeply impacted loved ones and the wider Morgantown community, who are coming together in mourning.
Authorities have not released further details regarding what may have caused the crash, and the investigation remains ongoing. Officials continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident in an effort to better understand what led to the fatal outcome.
As Morgantown grieves, James Roy Smith III is being remembered with love and respect. His passing serves as a painful reminder of how quickly life can change, leaving behind grief, unanswered questions, and cherished memories that will never be forg
