Update: Macon, GA – John Vinson III Killed in Fatal Motorcycle Crash on Mercer University Dr

Last updated Wednesday, March 1st, 2023

Macon, GA (February 28, 2023) – Around 10 a.m. on Monday, February 27, a man was killed in a fatal motorcycle crash on a roadway in Macon. Police have since identified the victim of the accident.

According to Bibb County officials, the accident happened on Mercer University Drive around the area of Dixon Drive across from Advance Auto Parts. Police confirmed that a motorcyclist was traveling in the area in the center turning lane when his motorcycle was struck by a Honda Pilot due to reasons that are not entirely known. The driver of the Honda was making a left turn at the time of the collision. The motorcycle was left with extensive damages due to the collision.

Paramedics, fire crews, and several other responders were called to the scene to help those in need. The motorcyclist, who has since been identified as 56-year-old John William Vinson III, was tragically pronounced dead at the scene around 10:41 a.m. due to traumatic injuries. Nobody else was hurt as a result of the collision.

The roadway was blocked in the area for an extended period of time as police worked to clear the scene. This led to delays until the scene was fully cleared.

The investigation into the circumstances of the accident continues at this time.

We offer our warmest condolences to the family and friends of the victim whose life was taken in this accident.

Motorcycle Accidents in Georgia 

Sadly, motorcycle accidents have been happening more commonly than ever before in the state of Georgia. In 2019, it was reported that approximately 170 people were killed in fatal motorcycle accidents in Georgia, and many others were seriously injured. Though these accidents tend to be preventable, they can still happen in the blink of an eye due to the recklessness of drivers in larger vehicles who are not paying close attention to the roads around them. If you have lost someone you love in a fatal motorcycle crash, it is crucial that you speak with an attorney who has handled these claims in the past.

Wrongful death claims can be an incredibly difficult thing to deal with on your own. A wrongful death of a loved one can come as a shock to your family, which is why you should speak with a Macon wrongful death attorney who has handled these types of claims in the past. As you are grieving such immense losses, you may wonder how you are going to afford to pay the bills that keep piling up against you. It is important that you speak with a skilled Macon motorcycle accident attorney as soon as possible so that you can protect your rights.

At Monge & Associates Injury and Accident Attorneys, we are here for you and your family after you have lost someone you love in a motorcycle accident. We will take all necessary steps to ensure that your rights are being protected during these difficult times. You may find that you are eligible for a wide array of financial damages at this time. These include some of the following:

• Medical bills
• Lost income
• Funeral and burial costs
• Pain and suffering

You should never have to stand alone after a fatal motorcycle crash. Please contact a motorcycle accident attorney in Macon at (888) 688-1924 to find out how we can help you.

Note: Our writers used secondary sources when creating this accident news post. We have not independently verified all of the facts surrounding this accident; therefore, if there is any information that is incorrect, contact Monge & Associates immediately. We will correct the post to reflect the most accurate information available.  We will remove a post if requested. 

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