Paul Thorne

[Bikebum]

I heard that yesterday Paul Thorne was involved in an accident with a truck that ran him off the road. Can anyone confirm this or provide any details?

[Norwood]

Speaking with a mutual friend this morning.. I learn that Paul is OK, he is out and about but sore from the get off...

[Gail]

Hey everyone, thanks for your inquiries. I am sore but O.K. Yesterday a.m. Gail and I were headed west on Hwy 8 to do lunch in Water Valley, Ms. I was in front and came upon a one ton truck pulling a goose neck trailer. As soon I got to a passing lane, I pulled out to pass and when I got even with the truck, he turned into me. He hit the right side of my bike, taking it out from under me. I was lucky I didn't go under the trailer because I slid along in front of it. My bike needs a saddle bag, turn signals and valve cover, but I was able to ride it home. My biggest problem is with the Mississippi Highway Patrol. Shall I just say, the officer that worked the accident is of the same persuasion as the guy who hit me . The officer was not concerned that the guy didn;t have a tag or ANY brake lights ot turn signals on his trailer. Also he didn't speak with any witnesses ( I had two), or issue any tickets. I drove to the district office in Starkville this morning and met with them. I'll let you know what happens. Thanks again for all your concerns. Paul Thorne

[Norwood]

Good to hear! and good luck with MHP...

[Vance]

Wow Paul...glad to hear you are OK...sounds scary! Good luck with it!

[R90srider]

Hey Paul, so glad to know that you are OK after such a potentially fatal hit. Hopefully you will be successful getting the fellow charged.

[Bikebum]

Thanks for letting us know that you are okay. I am sorry for your misfortune and pain, but am glad that it wasn't any worse.

[jeanne z]

Paul, glad to hear you weren't hurt but just sore. I found I don't bounce as well as I used to either. keep us posted on the outcomes. Jeanne & John

[Gator]

Glad to hear that you were not seriously injured. The truck driver should definitely be charged. Keep the heat on with the authorities.

Gator

[bamabmw]

Oh dear.. I am so glad to hear you weren't seriously hurt.

[beemererik]

Paul,

Good to know you made it through pretty well. That had to be pretty scary.

-Erik

[bikertaz]

I'm glad to hear you are ok. I sure hope the guy who hit you gets charged for his offenses.

[Amelia]

I am sorry to hear about your accident. I am so glad you were not seriously injured.

Sorry to say but most police departments know very little about investigating and determining fault in an accident involving a motorcycle.

[BMWWANDRR]

Glad you're OK Paul. Good luck with the fine LEO. Yeah, right.

[bill99rt]

Glad you are OK. Keep us posted, but I doubt they will do anything to the driver.