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Officials identify man killed in motorcycle wreck in Kalispell

JACK UNDERHILL | Hagadone News Network | UPDATED 1 year, 10 months AGO
by JACK UNDERHILL
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. | July 30, 2024 12:00 AM

Authorities have identified the motorcyclist killed in a July 24 wreck involving two vehicles on U.S. 2 West in Kalispell.  

Colson Walker Christian, 22, of Kalispell succumbed to injuries sustained in the crash at the scene, said Capt. Chad Fetveit of the Kalispell Police Department on Monday. 

The wreck occurred about 11:17 a.m. on the 1100 block of U.S. 2 West, officials said.  

The crash remains under investigation, though speed is considered a factor, authorities said. 

Reporter Jack Underhill can be reached at 758-4497 or [email protected].  

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