Greensboro, NC (May 27, 2020) – A 73-year-old man was killed in a Greensboro motorcycle crash on Tuesday, May 26th. The crash happened on Summit Avenue.
According to the Greensboro Police Department, Goodson was traveling northbound on Summit when he collided with a van. Rescue workers rushed Goodson to a nearby hospital but he succumbed to his injuries. There is no word on whether any other injuries were reported. The driver of the van has not been identified.
A crash reconstruction team with the GPD is investigating the incident. No additional information is available at this time.
Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family of Russell Goodson.
Fatal Greensboro Motorcycle Accidents
Statistics show that about 150 motorcyclists are killed in crashes throughout our state each year. There are many people who enjoy riding motorcycles in North Carolina. While motorcycling can be enjoyable, it is not without risks. Riders who are struck by larger vehicles face a high chance of being killed or 
seriously injured as a result of the crash.
If you or a loved one have been injured in a North Carolina motorcycle accident, you may have valuable legal rights. Attorney Jason M. Burton is an experienced North Carolina motorcycle accident attorney. Attorney Burton has represented hundreds of crash victims and has successfully taken cases to trial and secured large verdicts for his clients.
Our team is dedicated to achieving your best outcome. For your free consultation, please give us a call any time at (833) 623-0042.
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