Cruize Bitler Of Zanesville Area Remembered After Fatal Motorcycle Crash On Interstate 70 In Muskingum County
Cruize Bitler, a 20-year-old from the Zanesville area, died after a motorcycle crash on Wednesday evening, June 10, 2026.
Authorities said the crash happened around 6:43 p.m. on Interstate 70 eastbound near milepost 157 in Muskingum County.
Cruize was traveling east when the motorcycle left the right side of the roadway and hit a guardrail.
Emergency responders reached the scene quickly and tried to provide aid, but Cruize was pronounced dead there.
The Muskingum County Sheriff’s Office, Washington Township Fire & EMS, and the Ohio Department of Transportation helped manage the scene and traffic response.
Officials said the case remains under review, and they have not confirmed additional factors.
News shared on June 11, 2026, described deep sadness among family, friends, and the Zanesville community.
Memorial and funeral service details will be announced later by family members.
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