Johnathan Michael Gentry Killed in Lubbock County Motorcycle Accident at FM 1264 and Dana Street

Lubbock County, Texas (August 24, 2020) – A man was killed in a motorcycle accident Saturday morning in Lubbock County, just north of Lubbock, according to the Texas DPS.

The deadly crash happened around 11:20 a.m., August 22, at the intersection of FM 1264 and Dana Street.

DPS said a motorcycle and a pickup truck were heading northbound on FM 1264 when the pickup slowed down to turn onto a private drive and was rear-ended by the motorcycle.

The motorcyclist, Johnathan Michael Gentry, 29, of Lubbock, was pronounced dead at the scene. Troopers said he failed to control his speed.

The DPS is investigating the crash.

We pass our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Johnathan Michael Gentry.

Most motorcycle crashes are caused by negligent drivers who don’t keep a proper lookout or fail to yield the right-of-way. Because motorcyclists are vulnerable, their injuries are usually severe, often suffering from road rash, broken bones, brain injuries, amputations, or spinal cord injuries. In some cases, the accident results in death.

If you have lost someone in a motorcycle accident, you should consult our attorneys at Joel A. Gordon & Associates, who have a history of success in wrongful death claims. To speak with a wrongful death attorney, please  Click to call: 281-943-5555.