Kentucky State Police Investigates Fatal Collision in Butler County

Morgantown, KY. (August 12, 2024) – At approximately 9:00 pm the Kentucky State Police Post 3 was notified of a possible fatal collision in Butler County. Troopers arrived on the scene on Russellville Road. 

A preliminary investigation indicates that a red 1995 Jeep Wrangler operated by Johnathon Williams, 37, of Morgantown was traveling southbound on Russelville rd. Williams was attempting to make a left turn on to Eric Young Road when his vehicle was struck by a black 2001 Harley Davidson motorcycle operated by Lincoln Schweizer, 49, of Morgatown. Schweizer was pronounced deceased on the scene by the Butler County Coroner’s Office. 

The investigation is being led by Detective Bo Hubbard.  He was assisted at the scene by Butler County Sheriff’s Office, Butler County EMS, Butler County Coroner’s Office and other KSP personnel. 

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