On August 6, 2025, at approximately 3:24 p.m., a two-vehicle collision occurred on County Route 11 in the Town of West Monroe, Oswego County.
A 2015 Chevrolet pickup truck, driven by 73-year-old Robert D. Esker of West Monroe, was southbound when it slowed to make a left turn into a driveway while towing a hay wagon. Simultaneously, a 2006 Suzuki motorcycle, operated by 34-year-old James R. Clark of Constantia, struck the rear of the hay wagon.
Clark was pronounced deceased at the scene, while Esker did not sustain any injuries.
The investigation into the collision is ongoing, according to authorities.