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2 motorcycle escorts injured after driver fails to yield during funeral procession
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Michelle Thorpe , as published by KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News
· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information about the incident, including the conditions of those injured, is available from the Laredo Police Department.
A traffic incident occurred on Hillside Road, involving a car and motorcycle escorts. The escorts were part of a funeral procession when they were struck. The incident happened on Thursday and resulted in injuries to two people, who were taken to the hospital.
A driver was cited for failing to yield. Further information about the incident, including the conditions of those injured, is available from the Laredo Police Department.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 13, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A traffic incident occurred on Hillside Road, involving a car and motorcycle escorts. The escorts were part of a funeral procession when they were struck. The incident happened on Thursday and…
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