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Motorcyclist Charged in Fatal Newark Accident

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A Wayne County man has been charged with felony manslaughter and felony vehicular manslaughter for a fatal motorcycle accident that happened back in November in Newark.

Police say on November 7th Justin Krocke was driving a motorcycle while impaired by drugs when he attempted to pass cars stopped on West Union Street by driving onto the sidewalk. As the 37-year-old Marion man attempted to re-enter the roadway, he lost control, and his passenger, 36-year-old Kelley Smith was ejected and struck the curb, which resulted in fatal injuries.

Krocke was also charged with reckless driving and driving while impaired by drugs, both misdemeanors.

The fact that a defendant has been charged with a crime is merely an accusation and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

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