Bobby Francis Sr., 72, killed in motorcycle collision with alleged drunk driver Daniel Lee Voss, 58, on Floyd Road in Muscogee County, Georgia
Police: Man with 6 prior DUI convictions charged with homicide by vehicle after Saturday crash
Police Capt. William Turner said Francis was on a motocycle going south on Floyd Road when he stopped to attempt a left turn onto Booth Street. While his motorcycle was stopped, it was struck from behind by a southbound 2004 Ford F-250 truck on Floyd Road.
Columbus man with 7th DUI pleads in crash that killed Purple Heart veteran
On Tuesday, the man Judge Gil McBride called a “serial drunk driver” pleaded guilty to homicide by vehicle and following too closely. McBride sentenced him to 16 years in prison with 13 to serve and the rest on probation.
Since motorcycle crashes often end in serious injuries, victims need immediate help
Motorcycle accidents are more likely to end in serious injuries or death for the motorcyclist, since the rider is not protected from the force of a collision. When a motorcycle accident happens, the injured rider needs immediate, appropriate medical care, the accident needs to be investigated, and the insurance companies need to be informed.
When a motorcycle crash is caused by negligence, additional steps need to be taken to protect the legal rights of the injured motorcyclist or the family members of someone killed in a motorcycle crash. Go here to learn more about motorcycle accidents and claims.
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