Texas

William Bishop Injured in Accident at Gilmer Rd in Longview, TX

Published on: March 22, 2024

Date of Accident
March 5, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Willuam Bishop
Type of Accident
Motorcycle Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Gilmer Rd, Longview, TX, USA

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that injured a motorcyclist at Gilmer Rd in Longview, TX on March 5th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 10:54 p.m. According to investigators, a motorcycle was traveling northbound on Gilmer before losing control. Reports allege the vehicle may have had a faulty steering mechanism and say once the vehicle lost control, it overturned and ejected its driver. The driver, identified as 52-year-old William Bishop, was seriously injured, reports say. Additional details were not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Harley-Davidson FXD
Road/Highway
Gilmer Rd
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Harley-Davidson FXD lost control and crashed, possibly due to a fault steering wheel

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