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July 12, 2023
Vian man perishes in motorcycle collision
A Vian man reportedly died Thursday evening due to injuries he sustained in a twovehicle collision. Fort Smith police reported Austin Thompson, 31, was driving a motorcycle northbound on Towson Ave. when he reportedly turned in front of another motorist.
Police said a 2006 HHR Chevrolet was in the turning lane to go eastbound on Fresno Street when Thompson turned in front of it while the light was flashing yellow. Authorities said the driver of the Chevrolet did try to stop but hit Thompson head-on, resulting in his death.