Winona– Two Injured in Motorcycle Accident on Highway 155
Posted on Thursday, May 16th, 2019 at 4:44 am
The Winona Police Department is investigating a motorcycle collision on Highway 155 North, Wednesday.
In an unspecified time last May 15, Texas Department of Public Safety troopers responded to a crash on Hwy 155 near Jones Street. Further details surrounding the incident remains unclear at this time but it was confirmed that a motorcycle was involved. The driver and his passenger were immediately taken to a hospital for treatment. The extent of their injuries was not disclosed.
Based on a preliminary investigation, both victims were not wearing helmets at the time of the incident. No other information is available.
Anyone who has information regarding the case is encouraged to get in contact with WPD. The crash remains under investigation.
Our deepest sympathies go out to the families of the injured victims. We are hoping and praying for a fast recovery of both parties.
Car collisions are extremely prevalent in Texas. According to the Texas Department of Transportation, one person is getting injured in approximately two minutes. Unfortunately, despite the government’s aggressive efforts to educate drivers about safety, the cases of speeding, driving under the influence, and negligence are still on the rise. In fact, most of the common causes of accidents in the state are due to the driver’s lack of awareness and precaution.
Knowing the statistics helps us to be more aware of how our choices can affect other people’s lives. For instance, driving while under the influence of alcohol and illegal drugs dramatically increases your risk of being involved in a crash by roughly 16% and 24%, respectively. While these cases are extremely dangerous, these can be prevented by making the right decisions. So before hitting the road, know that car accidents leave scars and trauma that can be devastating for the victims. For this reason, it is important that you take all the necessary precautions to avoid it.
