Texas

Joseph Ward Injured in Accident at State Hwy 73 in Bridge City, TX

Published on: October 24, 2023

Date of Accident
October 3, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Joseph Ward
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

State Hwy 73, Bridge City, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that injured a motorcyclist at State Hwy 73 in Bridge City, TX on October 3rd, 2023. Police say it happened around 2:01 p.m. According to reports, a motorcycle operated by 41-year-old Joseph Ward was southbound on State Hwy 87 at the time. The vehicle is said to have next began crossing at a turn around to travel northbound as a tractor-trailer approaching from northbound Texas Ave. Police say the motorcycle struck the truck during a left turn, leaving Ward with injuries said to be serious in nature. The other driver, who was not publicly identified, was not injured, according to police. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Suzuki GSX1300, Tractor-Trailer
Road/Highway
State Hwy 73
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Suzuki GSX1300 was involved in a collision with a tractor-trailer

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