Andrew Wright, Myers Park HS freshman
photo by Charlotte Observer
Tuesday, May 29, 9:11 p.m. – Just before 7 a.m. this morning, Andrew lost control of his bike while attempting to weave around rollout trash bins on a Sharon Lane sidewalk, clipped a bin and was thrust into the path of a passing truck. He was on his way to school. Unfortunately, he was not wearing a helmet. No charges were pressed against the motorist. This is the only bicycle death in 2012 on Charlotte streets, but it is one too many. We all mourn the loss of Andrew, and we urge anyone riding a bicycle, regardless of age or skill level, whether on a sidewalk or in the street, to wear a helmet at all times.
(Thanks to David Spranger’s comment, who points out that there are other preventive strategies besides wearing bicycle helmets, such as teaching bike safety precautions to motorists, which must be pursued much more vigorously on the local scene).
Earlier this evening a “ghost bike” was placed at the scene of the crash, as is customarily done in Charlotte and other cities to commemorate the life and spirit of those who have perished.
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