Augusta, Ga. — In the dimming light of Tuesday evening, tragedy struck near the I-20 Eastbound on-ramp when a left-turning Jeep collided head-on with a motorcycle on Jimmie Dyess Parkway. Authorities say the victim has been identified as 29-year-old Tyler Ray Dunham of Grovetown.
Shortly before 8:15 p.m. on October 14, emergency teams were dispatched to the intersection after reports of a serious crash. Investigators believe Dunham was riding his 2024 Yamaha motorcycle northward when the Jeep — attempting a left turn to enter the interstate ramp — suddenly turned into his path. The impact was described as violent, throwing Dunham from his bike. First responders immediately tried to rescue him, but he was pronounced dead at the scene.
The occupants of the Jeep — one driver and one passenger — sustained injuries that, thankfully, were not life threatening. They were transported to Doctors Hospital for treatment. No arrests or charges have been made thus far, and investigators say their work continues as they piece together exactly how the collision unfolded.
In Grovetown and beyond, news of Dunham’s passing has hit hard. To many, he was more than just a motorcycle enthusiast — he was a warm, caring soul, always ready to lend a hand, and someone who truly lived for adventure. His friends talk of his laughter, his loyalty, and his dreams, now left unfinished.
As details remain sparse, local residents are calling for caution on that stretch of road. The combination of ramp entrances, turning lanes, and speeding traffic has long made Jimmie Dyess Parkway a point of concern. Some hope this tragedy sparks renewed attention to safety measures, signal timing, or even structural changes.
For now, the Grovetown community grieves. In his passing, Tyler leaves behind a circle of family and friends who remember him vividly — the open road as his companion, a heart full of kindness, and a presence that brought light to ordinary days. The investigation continues, but what remains clear is this: the void he leaves cannot easily be filled.