Fatal I-94 crash death of Colton Jose A tragic accident on Interstate 94 has claimed the life of 27-year-old Colton Jose, following a collision that occurred near Elmhurst Road in the Town of Delafield on the evening of June 25th. Authorities have since confirmed that the incident involved a motorcycle and another vehicle driven by 62-year-old Scott Botcher, the current village manager of Fox Point. Botcher has now been formally charged in connection to the fatal crash.
According to investigators, Botcher was operating a vehicle westbound on I-94 when he allegedly struck Jose’s motorcycle from behind. The impact of the collision caused Jose to be thrown from the motorcycle, sustaining fatal injuries. Emergency responders arrived quickly, but Colton Jose was pronounced dead at the scene.
Eyewitnesses reported that traffic had been flowing smoothly prior to the crash, raising questions about the actions leading up to the impact.Authorities arrested Botcher at the scene. A subsequent investigation revealed signs of potential impairment, although details regarding toxicology reports have not yet been publicly disclosed.
He has been charged with homicide by intoxicated use of a vehicle—a felony that carries significant legal consequences.Colton Jose’s death has devastated his family and friends, who described him as a kind-hearted, adventurous young man with a deep passion for motorcycles. He was remembered for his unwavering loyalty, generosity, and love for the open road.
His passing marks yet another painful reminder of the dangers motorcyclists face, particularly in collisions with larger vehicles.The case is ongoing, and Botcher is expected to appear in court for a preliminary hearing in the coming days. As legal proceedings unfold, the community mourns the sudden and heartbreaking loss of Colton Jose, whose life was cut short far too soon.
