Brak Hayhurst Motorcycle Accident, Death, Obituary – The Ohio State Highway Patrol is actively investigating a tragic overnight accident in Stark County that resulted in the death of a Canton man. The crash occurred around 11:15 p.m. Friday at the intersection of Faircrest Street SW and Dueber Avenue SW in Canton Township.
According to preliminary reports, Brak Hayhurst, a 47-year-old motorcyclist from Canton, was traveling southbound on Dueber Avenue on a black 2009 Yamaha motorcycle when he collided with a white 2006 Subaru. The Subaru, driven by a 21-year-old woman from Canton, was traveling westbound on Faircrest Street at the time of the crash.
Hayhurst was pronounced dead at the scene. Initial findings indicate that he was not wearing a helmet at the time of the collision. The Subaru driver was uninjured in the accident. State troopers have stated that they do not believe alcohol or drugs were factors in the crash, but the investigation is ongoing to determine the precise cause of the collision.
Authorities are examining all aspects of the incident, including the road conditions and potential traffic signal malfunctions. This fatal crash underscores the ongoing need for vigilance on the roads. Motorcycle safety advocates often emphasize the importance of wearing protective gear, such as helmets, to reduce the severity of injuries in the event of an accident.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol has called on any witnesses to come forward with information that might assist in their investigation. They are urging anyone who may have seen the crash or has additional details to contact them as they work to piece together the circumstances leading up to this tragic event. As the investigation continues, the community is left to mourn the loss of Hayhurst and reflect on the broader implications for road safety and accident prevention.
