Robert Yoreck III Killed in Clarksville Bicycle Accident
The fatal collision occurred Monday night along the 1600 block of Fort Campbell Boulevard.
Robert Yoreck III, 49, of Clarksville, was killed in a bicycle accident on Fort Campbell Boulevard in Clarksville, Tennessee, on Monday, according to the police department.
A vehicle struck the rider just before 9:15 p.m. near the 1600 block of Fort Campbell Boulevard.
Paramedics with Montgomery County EMS took Yoreck to Vanderbilt Clarksville Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Officers closed all lanes of the road to process the scene. The lanes reopened around 11:41 p.m.
The department's Fatal Accident Crash Team is handling the ongoing investigation.
How will investigators analyze the Fort Campbell Boulevard crash?
Investigators are examining how environmental factors and visibility may have contributed to the collision that claimed Yoreck's life. "Serving as an advocate, an attorney can help compassionately guide an injured victim during this difficult time while vigorously protecting their legal rights and best interests," said Candice Bond, Managing Partner at Bond Legal and a national legal analyst for Accident News.
According to the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, 188 pedestrians and 12 pedalcyclists died in traffic crashes statewide in 2023.
What happens next for the Clarksville community?
The Clarksville Police Department's Fatal Accident Crash Team continues to gather evidence from the scene. Reconstruction experts often analyze tire marks and vehicle data to determine the sequence of events leading up to the collision. "Although no amount of money can make up for a devastating injury, it is important that a victim is made aware of their rights and what they are entitled to by law," said Stefano Formica, of Bond Legal
Families who lose a loved one in a bicycle collision often face sudden financial burdens alongside their grief. Understanding the investigative process and the preservation of evidence is a critical step in determining liability and accountability following a fatal crash.
Tennessee wrongful death statute
Under Tenn. Code § 20-5-106, surviving family members may file a wrongful death action. Tennessee applies modified comparative fault (50% bar). The statute of limitations is 1 year.
Recoverable damages may include loss of financial support, loss of companionship, funeral expenses, and mental anguish.