On Sunday, July 17th, 2022, at around 2:25 A.M., Officers responded to Interstate 81 south, near Bear Street for a motor vehicle collision with injuries call. Upon arrival, Officers located James Pontello, 29, who was involved in a single-vehicle motorcycle collision.
The investigation revealed that Pontello was operating his motorcycle in the area when he lost control and left the roadway. Pontello was ejected from the motorcycle during the crash. Pontello was pronounced dead on the scene.
The investigation is active and ongoing.
