Chase Dagen Obituary, SOUTH MIDDLETON TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Chase Dagen, an 18-year-old man from Boiling Springs, Pennsylvania, has died following a motorcycle crash Tuesday night on York Road in South Middleton Township.
The fatal collision occurred at approximately 8:48 p.m. when Dagen was traveling northbound on York Road, according to information from Pennsylvania State Police. A 26-year-old man driving another vehicle attempted to turn left onto Valley Street when the vehicle entered the path of Dagen’s motorcycle.
The collision left Dagen with serious injuries. Emergency responders transported him to Penn State Health Holy Spirit Hospital for treatment, but he later succumbed to his injuries.
The Cumberland County Coroner’s Office is continuing its examination of the circumstances surrounding Dagen’s death. Coroner Charley Hall has scheduled an autopsy for Thursday to determine the official cause and manner of death.
Pennsylvania State Police are investigating the crash and working to establish the circumstances surrounding the collision. No additional details about the investigation were provided in the information available.
Dagen’s death has brought renewed attention to the importance of motorcycle and roadway safety, particularly at intersections where turning vehicles and through traffic meet. Authorities have not indicated any additional findings regarding the cause of the crash beyond the initial account of the collision.
As the investigation continues, Chase Dagen’s death marks the loss of a young life at just 18 years old. His family, loved ones and those who knew him are being remembered as they face the difficult days following his passing.
The autopsy and ongoing police investigation are expected to provide additional information about the circumstances surrounding the crash. Condolences are extended to Chase Dagen’s family, friends and loved ones as they mourn his death.
