Michael White Killed in Texas Hill Country Motorcycle Accident on Highway 16

Texas Hill Country, Texas (July 19, 2020) – Three motorcyclists were killed and nine others were injured on Saturday in a DUI crash, south of Kerrville, according to authorities.

The fatal crash happened on July 18, on Highway 16.

Authorities said the Thin Blue Line Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club was on a ride celebrating the club’s birthday when a driver crossed the center stripe and struck them on the highway.

Three motorcyclists, Joseph Paglia, Jerry Wayne Harbour of Houston, and Michael White, were killed in the crash. Nine others were taken to a local hospital in critical condition.

Paglia was the President of the Chicago chapter and a Retired Officer with the Niles City Police Dept.

Wayne was the Thin Blue Line Ambassador, Lt. Col. Army (retired), and Pilot for Eastern Airlines (Retired).

White was the Secretary of our Chicago chapter, Chicago Community Services Officer, U.S. Army (retired).

The driver who crossed the center stripe was arrested on suspicion of intoxicated manslaughter and intoxication assault.

The crash remains under investigation.

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

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 and personal injury claims. To speak with a wrongful death attorney, please  Click to call: 281-943-5555.