Amarillo – Tristan Stewart Died in Suspected Speeding Crash on 9th Avenue
Posted on Tuesday, May 7th, 2019 at 7:16 am
Amarillo law enforcement officials have identified the victim who died in a motorcycle collision on 9th Avenue near Bushland Avenue, Sunday.
According to initial reports, the accident took place at around 5:50 p.m. A 2005 Harley Davidson was seen traveling along the roadway when, for yet unknown reasons, it suddenly drifted onto the opposing lanes where it collided with a passing 2007 Dodge Grand Caravan. The impacto f the collision killed the motorcycle rider who was identified as 34-year-old Tristan Stewart.
The driver of the Caravan, identified only as a 64-year-old male, sustained injuries that were considered non-life threatening. He was rushed to an area hospital for further care.
Local investigators were requested at the scene to determine the cause of the collision. They believed that speed may have played a role in the accident.
This incident is being investigated by the Traffic Investigation Squad of the Amarillo Police Department.
According to the National Highway Traffic Administration (NHTSA), car accidents happen almost every minute of every day, and for every 16 minutes, a car accident occurs that results in death. That is roughly about 6 million car accidents every year and 90 people dying in car accidents every day in the U.S. alone. Driving while distracted, under the influence of alcohol, and at an unsafe speed are three most common causes of car accidents.
If you are a victim of a car accident/DUI accident, or you know someone who is, or you lost a loved one because of this, then please don’t hesitate to ask for help. The police will always be there to help you, but more than that, car accident lawyers are always willing to help you in protecting your rights and getting you the justice that you deserve. They will also help you file a lawsuit and get fair and just compensation for physical and emotional trauma you experienced.
