Phillip Poor Seriously Injured in Brownwood Motorcycle Accident on Austin Avenue

Brownwood, Texas (January 27, 2021) – A motorcyclist was seriously injured Monday evening in a traffic accident in Brownwood, according to police.

The crash happened just before 5:00 p.m., January 25, in the 1200 block of Austin Avenue.

Police said Phillip Poor, 50, of Brownwood, was riding a motorcycle when he collided with a Chevrolet Suburban that turned in front of him.

Poor was airlifted to John Peter Smith Hospital in Fort Worth with severe leg injuries.

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.