Here's a daily list of recent activities drawing the attention of North Texas law enforcement. List compiled on July 26, 2009.
Man Dies in Motorcycle Wreck
An Arlington man was killed in a motorcycle crash in Burleson on Saturday night, police said. Investigators said Corey Crowell, 30, was traveling behind a friend when he crashed on Rendon Road near FM 1187 at about 7 p.m. The friend didn't notice the man wasn't behind him until he reached his destination, police said. The man's bike was found on the side of the road. It was not clear what caused the crash.
Surveillance Cameras Stolen From Apartment Complex
Two surveillance cameras were stolen from a Richland Hills apartment complex July 19, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reported. The cameras at the Rain Tree Apartments in the 3800 block of Booth Calloway Road monitored the parking lots. They were valued at $1,000. Police said another camera was stolen from the complex July 12.
Homeless Man Wanted in Mom's Slaying
Police said a homeless Dallas man is the lead suspect in the death of his 66-year-old mother, The Dallas Morning News reported. Ola Mae Green was found strangled and beaten in her home July 3, police said. Police have issued an arrest warrant for Michael Shayne Williams, 40, in the slaying. Police said Williams has been seen before at The Mall in the Love Field area, Maple Avenue and Lake June Road. Anyone with information is asked to call police at 214-671-3661.
Motorist Dies After Slamming Into 18-Wheeler
A man was killed after his vehicle slammed into a tractor-trailer on Interstate 30 early Sunday morning, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reported. Bradley Larson, 41, hit the back of the 18-wheeler near Ballpark Way at about 6:15 a.m. Witnesses said his car was going up to 100 mph right before the crash. Authorities said alcohol was found in Larson's Honda Accord. Police are looking for a blue car that was speeding on I-30 near Larson's car. Anyone with information should call Arlington police at 817-459-5635.
