One Injured in Wichita Falls Motorcycle Accident on Maurine Street and Central Freeway

Wichita Falls, Texas (April 13, 2021) – A motorcyclist was injured Monday night in a hit-and-run crash in Wichita Falls, according to police.

The accident happened on April 12, at the intersection of Maurine Street and Central Freeway.

Police said a motorcycle was stopped at a stop sign at the intersection when a truck swerved into its lane and hit it.

The truck dragged the motorcycle for a short distance, causing it to catch fire.

The truck then fled the scene.

The motorcyclist was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The police are looking for the truck, which was described as a white Ford F-150.

No further details were provided.

The police are investigating the crash.

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. 

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