Crime & Safety
La Porte County, IN Fatal US 20 Crash: Motorcyclist Identified
La Porte County, IN – Authorities have identified a 38 year old Michigan man killed in a motorcycle crash along US Highway 20 in northwest Indiana, releasing his name Friday as investigators continue
By Wesley Grant · 2026-10-23T19:58:16.299Z
La Porte County, IN – Authorities have identified a 38 year old Michigan man killed in a motorcycle crash along US Highway 20 in northwest Indiana, releasing his name Friday as investigators continue examining the circumstances surrounding the deadly collision.
According to the La Porte County Sheriff 's Office, the victim was identified as Levi R. Nation, 38, of Allegan County, Michigan. Nation was operating a 2003 Harley Davidson motorcycle involved in a fatal crash Thursday, October 22, in Kankakee Township.
Fatal Crash Occurred Along US Highway 20 The collision occurred in the 2300 East block of US Highway 20, a major east west roadway connecting communities across northern Indiana.
The La Porte County Sheriff's Office and La Porte County Coroner's Office worked together to confirm the motorcyclist's identity.
Authorities said Nation's next of kin have been notified.
The sheriff's office did not provide additional details in Friday's update about what caused the crash, whether other vehicles were involved or the circumstances immediately preceding the collision.
Sheriff's Office Thanks Public for Assistance Investigators acknowledged assistance from community members who helped authorities identify Nation following Thursday's fatal incident.
The sheriff's office expressed appreciation for the public's cooperation as the investigation continues.
Investigators Request Additional Information Authorities are asking anyone with information about the crash to contact the lead investigator, Chief of Detectives Andy Hynek.
Witnesses or individuals with relevant information can reach Hynek at 219 326 7700, ext. 2401, or by email at ahynek@lcso.in.gov.
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities have not announced additional findings regarding the cause of the collision.
Motorists traveling along US Highway 20 through Kankakee Township are reminded to remain attentive to motorcycles and other vehicles sharing the roadway.
Further updates may be released as investigators gather additional information.