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Police Records, 911 Calls Released in Brent Hinds Crash as Atlanta Marches in Tribute

Police records now detail conflicting accounts of the traffic signal at the crash site.

Overview

  • Atlanta police uploaded the incident report and 911 recordings from the August 20 motorcycle collision that killed the former Mastodon guitarist.
  • The documents describe an SUV making a left turn at Memorial Drive SE and Boulevard SE before striking Hinds' Harley-Davidson.
  • The driver told investigators she was positive the light was green, while a witness said the light was red and noted Hinds appeared to be riding fast.
  • A 911 caller reported the impact launched Hinds into the air, spinning before he hit the pavement.
  • Hundreds joined the August 31 March of Brent Hinds from El Myr to the Star Bar, and police say the investigation remains open with no arrests or charges announced.