Texas

William Carlyle Killed in Accident at State Hwy 174 in Hill County, TX

Published on: December 7, 2023

Date of Accident
November 14, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
William Carlyle
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

State Hwy 174, Cleburne, Hill County, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that killed a motorcyclist at State Hwy 174 in Hill County, TX on November 14th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 1 p.m. According to investigators, a Ford Edge was westbound on Hwy 174. Traveling eastbound, reports say, was a motorcycle operated by 79-year-old William Carlyle. Reports allege the operator of the Ford may have been under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol before the vehicle veered onto the wrong side of the road, colliding with the motorcycle. Reports say Carlyle later died from his injuries in the crash while the Ford operator was uninjured. Sources indicate an Intoxication Manslaughter charge was recommended and/or issued against the operator of the Ford. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Ford Edge, Harley-Davidson
Road/Highway
State Hwy 174
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Ford Edge collided with a Harley-Davidson motorcycle

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