Gray County – 69-year-old David Hestand Died in Motorcycle Collision on I-40
Posted on Thursday, June 20th, 2019 at 10:23 pm
The Gray County Police Department has released the name of the motorcyclist who died in a fatal collision on Interstate 40, Sunday afternoon.
According to initial reports, the fatality was identified as 69-year-old David Hestand. He is an Altus, Oklahoma resident.
Just before 3:00 p.m., a motorcycle towing a trailer, which was operated by David Hestand, was seen traveling along the eastbound lane of I-40. Police said that the trailer started to sway causing the motorcycle to went out of control. Hestand was ejected from his motorcycle, leaving him seriously injuries. He was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency crews.
No other injuries were reported at this time.
The Texas Highway Patrol is investigating the crash. Anyone who may have witnessed the incident should get in contact with local investigators.
We offer our sincerest sympathies to the family and friends of the deceased victim. May God grant you the strength to go through this difficult time in your life. We believe that the Gray County Police will do everything to bring those responsible to justice.
In the United States, Texas is one of the leading states in the number of traffic collisions involving fatalities. In fact, in 2015 alone, the state recorded more than 1,300 deaths caused by reckless drivers. Despite the government’s aggressive efforts to keep these cases down, Texas remains the worst state in the country for alcohol-involved car crashes.
If you have been involved in a car accident with a hit-and-run or reckless driver, the first thing you need to do is call the police. Once the investigation is completed, you can file a lawsuit against the suspected driver. A successful case could help you cover your medical expenses and compensate for your emotional and physical suffering. Speak with your personal injury lawyer to know more about your rights to fair compensation.
