Bicyclist Jeffrey Gordon Pierce, 53, killed in collision with vehicle on Hannon Road in Spartanburg County, South Carolina
Modified Date:
Fri, 01/26/2024 - 2:05pmAccident Date:
Tuesday, July 11, 2017Cyclist dies after being hit by car, thrown off bicycle, troopers say
The 52-year-old was wearing a helmet and died at the scene, troopers said. The driver of the Buick was not injured, troopers said.
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District One Schools spokeswoman Sandra Williams says Pierce was a teacher at Inman Intermediate School.
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A witness told troopers that Hall appeared to be using a phone and speeding when she struck Pierce’s bike, according to a report. Investigators determined that Pierce was driving 62 miles per hour – almost 20 miles above the posted 45 mph speed limit, the report states.
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Type: Bicycle Accident
People Involved:
Jeffrey Gordon Pierce
Heather Renee Hall
Roadway:
Hannon RoadCounty:
Spartanburg County, SC
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