Officials identify driver of ATV killed in vehicle accident near Marion
JACK UNDERHILL | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 2 years AGO
KALISPELL GOVERNMENT, HOUSING AND TRANSPORTATION REPORTER Jack Underhill covers Kalispell city government, housing and transportation for the Daily Inter Lake. His reporting focuses on how local policy decisions affect residents and the rapidly growing Flathead Valley. Underhill has reported on housing challenges, infrastructure issues and regional service providers across Montana. His work also includes accountability reporting on complex community issues and public institutions. Originally from Massachusetts, Underhill graduated from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst with a degree in Journalism before joining the Inter Lake. In his free time, Underhill enjoys mountain biking around the valley, skiing up on Big Mountain or exploring Glacier National Park. IMPACT: Jack’s work helps residents understand how growth, housing and infrastructure decisions affect the future of their community. | August 1, 2024 12:00 AM
Authorities identified the man killed in a motor vehicle crash near Marion on Monday as 61-year-old Joseph Cotten of Idaho Falls, Idaho.
Cotten, who was driving a Yamaha Raptor ATV, was pronounced dead at the scene, according to Flathead County Sheriff Brian Heino.
While crossing U.S. 2 West near Boisverts fishing access site about 4:15 p.m., Cotten failed to yield and collided with an oncoming SUV, according to Montana Highway Patrol.
The fatal collision remains under investigation.
Reporter Jack Underhill can be reached at [email protected] or 758-4407.
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