Dahlonega man killed when motorcycle is struck in White County

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WHITE COUNTY, Ga – Larry James Robinson, 65, of Dahlonega was killed Sunday when his Suzuki motorcycle was struck head on by a Honda Accord on Alt. 75 near Cleveland.

Cpl. Joshua Hedden of the Georgia State Patrol said 92-year-old George Lee Watson of Cleveland was traveling southbound in the Honda when he attempted to make a left turn onto John Head Road.

Another motorcycle, a Yamaha RD 400, was traveling directly behind the Suzuki and attempted to avoid the crash, turning over on its side.

The operator of the Yamaha, identified as Joshua Charles Robinson, 31, of Dahlonega, sustained minor injuries and was taken to the hospital in a personal vehicle, according to Hedden.

Watson was not injured.

Charges are pending against Watson.

 

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