Garland cyclist hit by domestic violence suspect in police pursuit expected to recover

The Brief

  • A Garland bicyclist is recovering after being hit by a domestic abuse suspect fleeing police on Saturday in Dallas.
  • The victim, Jim Martin, was carried on the hood of the suspect’s car for nearly half a mile before being thrown off.
  • The suspect, Justin Johnson, faces multiple charges including family violence, evading arrest, and causing serious injury.

GARLAND, Texas A Garland bicyclist who was hit during a domestic abuse suspect’s alleged attempt to flee police is expected to recover.

Another cyclist who was riding next to him at the time of the incident tells FOX 4 the crash happened in a split second, and he’s still wrapping his mind around what happened.

Garland cyclist hit by suspect

The Victim:

Last Saturday was no different from any other for a Garland cycling group. They set off from east Dallas like normal, but as they were nearing the end of the ride, disaster struck.

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