Clearfield County, PA (August 13, 2026) – A Harley-Davidson and a Nissan Rogue collided head-on after the Rogue entered the motorcycle’s lane on Rte 219 on August 12.
Anthony Sones, 34, and Miranda Wormuth, 30, both of Hyde, were riding the Harley-Davidson. Both died following the collision.
The driver and passenger in the Nissan were not hurt. Bernadette Ann Cobb, 55, of Brick, New Jersey, faces a homicide by vehicle charge in connection with the wreck.
According to a criminal complaint released Thursday morning, Cobb said she was driving from a cleaning job in DuBois when a bug flew into the vehicle. She told troopers she panicked, lowered her head and swatted at the insect before striking the motorcycle.
The passenger told troopers he tried to grab the steering wheel and steer the Nissan back into its lane but could not regain control.
Cobb was arraigned and released after posting $100,000 bond. The investigation into the collision is still underway as authorities continue reviewing the circumstances.
Our deepest sympathies are with the families and loved ones of those who died.
What Happens After a Head-On Collision?
Head-on collisions can cause severe damage because vehicles traveling in opposite directions meet with significant force. Investigators may examine vehicle positions, roadway markings, photographs, and damage patterns to understand how the vehicles moved before contact.
Driver statements can also help establish what each person saw and did immediately beforehand. Passenger accounts may provide additional details about steering, visibility, and other factors inside a vehicle.
Weather, lighting, roadway design, and visibility can also be reviewed when determining what conditions were present. Vehicle maintenance records may become relevant if a mechanical problem is suspected. In some cases, available video footage or other records can provide additional information about the sequence of actions before the vehicles met.
