58-Year-Old Motorcyclist Killed in Gulfport Collision
GULFPORT, MS, (July 21, 2025) – A motorcycle accident on Cowan-Lorraine Road early Monday morning resulted in the death of 58-year-old Reese Shavers.
According to law enforcement officials, Shavers, a resident of Perkinston, was traveling south on Cowan-Lorraine Road at approximately 5:17 a.m. when a northbound vehicle collided with his motorcycle near Seaway Road.
Shavers was pronounced dead at the scene. The incident is currently under investigation.
ACCIDENT INVESTIGATION
This incident highlights the risks motorcyclists face daily. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported over 6,000 motorcyclist fatalities in 2022, constituting 15% of all fatal crashes.
Authorities have not released further details as to the cause of the collision.
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM POSSIBLE
Pending the investigation, family members of Shavers may pursue a wrongful death claim for associated damages. Legal experts advise that families should seek representation to protect their rights throughout the process.
The roadway was cleared shortly after emergency response arrived, and traffic flow has resumed.