Motorcyclist who died in single-vehicle crash on Academy Boulevard identified
The Colorado Springs Police Department on Tuesday released the name of a motorcyclist who died in a crash on Aug. 29.
Clinton Eaton, 48, was heading south on South Academy Boulevard at about 5:20 p.m. that day when his motorcycle lost control on a curve and went off the road. Eaton died at the scene.
The El Paso County Coroner’s Office notified CSPD of Eaton’s identity on Sept. 2, officials said.
Eaton’s death marks the 41st traffic-related fatality in Colorado Springs in 2026, compared with 38 at the same point last year. There have been 56 traffic deaths in the city in the past 365 days.
The department’s Major Crash Team is investigating the incident. Anyone with information, or who may have witnessed the crash, is asked to contact CSPD at 719-444-7000. Callers who wish to remain anonymous may contact the Crime Stoppers Tip Line at 719-634-7867 or 1-800-222-8477.