ELYRIA -- The Ohio State Patrol says a motorcyclist was hit in the rear by a Chevy Silverado early Sunday morning.

The accident happened on State Route 82 just before 1:30 a.m.

Troopers tell Channel 3, that Kevin Runyon hit Curtis Porter while they were traveling eastbound.

Porter was ejected from the motorcycle and came to a final rest on the roadway.

Runyon fled the scene only to come back several minutes later.

Runyon was wearing a seatbelt. Porter was not wearing a helmet.

Alcohol is believed to be a factor in the fatal accident.

Charges are pending as a result of the investigation.

 

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