Roy Lewis Woods Killed in Motorcycle Accident on FM 279 [Van Zandt County, TX]
58-Year-Old Rider Pronounced Dead after Motorcycle Crash near Edom
VAN ZANDT COUNTY, TX (October 12, 2023) – Saturday afternoon, Roy Lewis Woods was killed in a motorcycle accident on FM 279.
The incident occurred around 4:32 p.m., near about three miles west of Edom on September 23rd.
According to reports, the rider of a Harley-Davidson motorcycle was heading west while a Ford F-150 was traveling eastbound. On a curve, the motorcycle rider failed to decrease speed and crashed into the Ford.
Emergency crews arrived at the scene and pronounced 58-year-old Woods dead.
Following preliminary duties, officers do not believe that drugs or alcohol were a factor. However, an active investigation is still currently underway.
Our warm and sincerest sympathies go out to the friends and families of Roy Lewis Woods. May you find comfort and strength during this difficult time.
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