The Idaho County Coroner identified the men killed as 35-year-old Timnath man Ethan Powers, 45-year-old Berthoud man Jeremy Coleman, and Coleman’s 26-year-old son-in-law, Nathan McCormick of Loveland, according to the Colorado Fraternal Order of Police and Idaho County Coroner.
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“Sgt. Jeremy Coleman and Deputy Ethan Powers were taken far too soon in a tragic off-duty motorcycle crash,” a CFOP post stated.
The Idaho State Police preliminary investigation shows that a 2019 Ford F-150 was traveling westbound on U.S. 12 when the driver of the pickup attempted to pass another vehicle in a no-passing zone, according to a press release.
The driver of the pickup truck crossed the double yellow center line and crashed into the three motorcycles that were traveling east, also according to the press release.
All three motorcyclists died on scene, the press release stated.
The sheriff’s office in a social media called both deputies incredible people who dedicated their lives to improving Larimer County. The organization described them as lovers of life, servants, and hard workers.
“As we walk the long, winding path of grief beside their families, our resolve is stronger than ever,” the LCSO post stated. “For them, we’ll bring light to dark places. We’ll stand for good & fight against evil. We’ll live each day with gratitude & carry their legacy forward.”
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The 60-year-old pickup driver is facing three counts of felony vehicular manslaughter in relation to the crash, according to the Idaho County Jail current inmate list.
Coleman was a sergeant and Powers was a deputy with the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office, according to CFOP.
“The law enforcement profession is built on service, sacrifice, and commitment to others. Sgt. Coleman and Deputy Powers dedicated their lives to protecting their community, and their impact will continue to be felt by those who had the privilege of serving alongside them,” the CFOP post stated. “To our brothers and sisters at Lodge 4 and the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office, please know that the Colorado FOP stands with you. We share in your grief, and we remain ready to support you in any way we can.”
A GoFundMe campaign was created by Berthoud resident Abby Decker, who identified herself as a friend to McCormick’s wife, Zoe. She wrote that Zoe is facing unimaginable heartbreak dealing with the losses of her husband and father, all while trying to raise two young children, a 2- and 4-year-old, according to the post. Decker said donations will go towards Zoe’s living expenses, childcare, and mortgage payments. The GoFundMe is available at gofund.me/f384a90b1.
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