On June 17, 2020 at 11:11 a.m., Ephrata Police and local rescue personnel were dispatched to the 300 block of South Cocalico Road, West Cocalico Township, for a motor cycle accident.  A 68-year-old Berks County man lost control of his motorcycle when he attempted to adjust his lane position for an oncoming tractor-trailer that he perceived as being close to the centerline.  His passenger, a 62-year-old Berks County woman, died at the scene from injuries sustained in the crash.  Both motorcycle riders were wearing helmets.   Anyone who witnessed this crash is asked to contact Officer Nixon at 717-738-9200 x 260.