Lampasas – Douglas Wheeler Struck and Killed by Pickup Truck on FM 2527
Posted on Wednesday, May 22nd, 2019 at 8:52 am
Lampasas law enforcement officials have released the name of the bicyclist who died in a collision with a pickup truck on Farm to Market 2527 Road, Sunday afternoon.
The fatality was identified as 56-year-old Douglas Wheeler.
At around 12:15 p.m., local troopers responded to the scene of a crash on FM 2527 just north of FM 580. According to initial reports, Wheeler was riding his bike along the southbound lane of the road when he was hit by a 2003 Chevrolet pickup truck. Wheeler was pronounced dead by emergency crews who arrived at the site of the crash.
The driver of the pickup truck was later identified as 68-year-old Curtis Windham. He was not hurt.
No further details are available at this time.
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.
