New details from investigation of fatal e-bike crash in North Manheim

Published
June 17, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Butler, Pennsylvania
Route 61
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Incident type
E-bike, Crash, Semi truck

Summary

Semi Truck Crash Butler Pennsylvania in Butler, Pennsylvania: A 45‐year‐old man was killed while riding an electric pedal bike on Route 61 in North Manheim Township. He was struck from behind by a tractor‐trailer shortly after 11 p.m. on June 11, having been riding without lights and no protective gear. The collision caused fatal head and chest injuries, and the incident remains under investigation.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Michael Shaffer Unknown Fatal
Edwin Viera Driver Unknown

Original reporting

New details from investigation of fatal e-bike crash in North Manheim

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