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Local man dies in motorcycle accident in Washington County

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Pa. — A Burgettstown man died in a motorcycle accident late Wednesday night in Robinson Township, Washington County.

The accident happened just before midnight along Beech Hollow Road at the Route 576 Interchange.

According to the Washington County Coroner’s Office, 51-year-old James C. Jancart died after he lost control of the motorcycle he was operating, left the roadway, traveled up an embankment, and then struck a utility pole.

The coroner’s office says that Jancart was wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.

McDonald Police are handing the investigation.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available.

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