Cottonwood Police Commander Jody Makuch Killed in Crash near Highway 89A and Willard Street [Cottonwood, AZ]

Officer Dead in Cottonwood Motorcycle Accident near Highway 89A

 
COTTONWOOD, AZ (September 9, 2020) – Monday afternoon, Cottonwood Police Commander Jody Makuch died in a crash near Highway 89A.
 
The incident occurred around 2:39 p.m. when 49-year-old off-duty officer Jody Makuch rode his motorcycle. Meanwhile, an SUV veered left of center and hit him head-on near Highway 89A and Willard Street.
 
The Arizona Department of Public Safety revealed that responders transported Makuch to a hospital. Unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries.
 
Meanwhile, authorities arrested the 41-year-old SUV driver, Jason Engel. He was booked into jail on multiple charges, including manslaughter.
 
DPS revealed that impairment played a role in the fatal crash.
 

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During this tragic time, we would like to send our sincere sympathies to the bereaved family and friends of Cottonwood Police Commander Jody Makuch.
 

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Wrongful Motorcycle Deaths in Arizona

 
Motor vehicle accidents are the number one cause of unintentional injury deaths in Arizona.
 
It is clear now more than ever that one person’s negligence can have devastating effects on other individuals. Furthermore, this is quite common in accidents that result in death.
 
The family of the victim is likely entitled to significant compensation via a wrongful death claim.
 
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