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Texarkana Man Charged After Alleged Drunk Driving Crash Injures Cyclist

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 5:38 AM

A Texarkana man is facing felony charges after allegedly hitting a bicyclist while intoxicated.

A Texarkana man is facing felony charges after allegedly hitting a bicyclist while intoxicated. Authorities say 33-year-old Sean Michael Wilkinson struck a 41-year-old man on June 16 at Leopard and Urban Drive, then left the scene. The victim was found unresponsive with a head injury.

Wilkinson reportedly returned about 10 minutes later in a damaged pickup. Police noted he smelled of alcohol, had slurred speech, and a beer can was visible in the truck. He's charged with intoxication assault and failure to stop and render aid.

Wilkinson is being held in Bowie County on $150,000 bond.

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Texarkana Man Charged After Alleged Drunk Driving Crash Injures Cyclist

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