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Motorcyclist Dies in Collin County Crash

Motorcyclist Dies in Collin County Crash - Motorcycle Accidents
Monday, October 12, 2026
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Collin County
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WFAA (ABC Dallas)

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A 61-year-old Lavon man was killed in a motorcycle collision at State Highway 205 and County Road 485 in Collin County early Sunday morning, October 11, 2026.

According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, the crash happened at approximately 1:20 a.m. DPS identified the motorcyclist as Darryl Cloyd, 61, of Lavon.

Troopers said Cloyd was riding a 2019 Harley-Davidson northbound on SH 205 when a BMW 750 entered the highway from a stop sign on County Road 485. According to DPS's preliminary investigation, the BMW failed to yield the right of way, and the motorcycle struck the rear driver's side of the car.

Cloyd was transported to a medical facility, where he was pronounced dead. The BMW driver, a 24-year-old Plano man, was taken to a hospital with suspected minor injuries.

What Happened in the Fatal Collin County Motorcycle Crash?

DPS's preliminary investigation indicates that the BMW was pulling away from a stop sign on County Road 485 as Cloyd approached northbound on SH 205.

Troopers reported that the BMW failed to yield to the motorcycle before the collision. The motorcycle then struck the rear driver's side of the BMW.

The investigation remains ongoing. Although DPS has released preliminary findings, the complete circumstances surrounding the collision have not yet been established.

Failure-to-Yield Evidence Can Be Critical in Motorcycle Crashes

Crashes involving a vehicle entering a highway or intersection in front of a motorcycle often require a close examination of right-of-way, visibility, and timing.

Potentially important evidence may include:

  • Dash-camera or surveillance footage

  • Witness statements

  • Vehicle and motorcycle damage

  • Skid marks and roadway debris

  • Electronic vehicle data

  • The location of the stop sign and roadway markings

  • Headlight and lighting conditions

  • Cellphone records when relevant

  • DPS crash-scene measurements and photographs

Investigators may also examine how long the motorcycle was visible to the other driver and whether the driver had sufficient time to see the motorcycle before entering the roadway.

Drivers Must Watch for Motorcycles Before Entering a Highway

Motorcycles are smaller than passenger vehicles, but drivers still have a responsibility to look carefully for approaching traffic before pulling away from a stop sign or entering another roadway.

A driver's statement that they did not see a motorcycle does not by itself resolve the question of liability. Physical evidence, video, vehicle positions, sight distances, and witness testimony may help establish whether the motorcycle should have been visible before the collision.

Wrongful Death Claims After a Fatal Motorcycle Crash

When a motorcyclist is killed because another driver failed to yield or otherwise acted negligently, certain surviving family members may have potential rights under Texas wrongful-death law.

A civil investigation can examine evidence beyond the initial crash report, including available video, electronic vehicle data, insurance coverage, witness testimony, and the roadway itself.

The Wooley Law Firm represents people injured and families affected by serious and fatal motorcycle and car crashes throughout Collin County and North Texas.

If your family has lost someone in a motorcycle collision, a Dallas car accident lawyer can investigate the crash and preserve evidence relevant to a potential claim.

Call (214) 699-6524 for a free consultation. You don't pay unless we win.

This article is based on preliminary information attributed to the Texas Department of Public Safety concerning an ongoing investigation. Additional or different facts may become available. Nothing in this article is intended to assign civil liability before the investigation is complete. This article is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship.

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