North Carolina

Tyler Gilbert Killed in Accident at Hwy 55 in Sampson County, NC

Published on: June 8, 2023

Date of Accident
June 5, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Tyler Gilbert
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Hwy 55 Burgers Shakes & Fries, Western Boulevard, Tarboro, NC, USA

What Happened

North Carolina Highway Patrol officials are investigating a collision that killed a motorcyclist at Hwy 55 in Sampson County, NC on June 5th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 11:50 a.m. According to investigators, a motorcycle headed eastbound was struck by a semi-truck at the intersection with Green Path Rd. The collision caused the motorcycle operator, identified as 28-year-old Tyler Gilbert, to be thrown from the vehicle. Police confirmed Gilbert suffered fatal injuries in the crash. The semi-truck operator, identified as Richard Lee James, was alleged to have failed to yield by authorities. As a result, police have recommended and/or issued a misdemeanor death by motor vehicle charge and failure to yield charge.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
North Carolina Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Motorcycle, Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
Hwy 55
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Motorcycle was struck by a semi-truck

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