Hopkins County – Kim Wayne Ogles Died in Motorcycle vs Car Crash on Highway 154
Posted on Monday, July 15th, 2019 at 5:59 am
The Hopkins County Police Department has released the name of the victim who died after a motorcycle collided with a vehicle on Highway 154 last Thursday night.
According to local law enforcement officials, the fatality was identified as 48-year-old Kim Wayne Ogles of Sulphur Springs.
A preliminary investigation indicates that the incident took place near the intersection of Highway 154 and Farm to Market Road 1567. Further details surrounding the accident remain unclear at this time but it was confirmed that a passenger car crashed into a motorcycle. The impact of the collision killed the rider of the motorcycle, Kim Ogles. He was identified by Justice of the Peace B.J. Teer.
The driver of the car was not injured.
No citations have been issued as the crash remains under investigation by area authorities.
We express our deepest condolences to the family and relatives of the deceased victim. May God grant you the strength you need to get through this difficult moment in your life. We strongly believe that authorities will do everything to bring those responsible to justice.
According to statistics, at least one person dies from a car accident every two minutes. Most common causes of Texas car accidents include unsafe lane change, following too closely or tailgating, failing to yield, and speeding.
While on the road, it is important to avoid any form of distractions and be completely aware of our surroundings. We have to be reminded of how our choices while behind the wheel can affect other people’s lives.
