Schertz, Texas – Damon Chambers, a 25-year-old resident of Schertz, was tragically killed on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, during a high-speed chase with police. The incident occurred around 12:35 p.m. at the intersection of Schertz Parkway and Elbel Road.
According to the Schertz Police Department, Chambers was attempting to evade law enforcement when he lost control of his motorcycle, resulting in a fatal crash. The pursuit, which involved high speeds, ended abruptly when Chambers collided at the intersection, leading to his death.
The news of Chambers’ death has sparked a range of reactions on social media. Many took to Facebook to express their thoughts on the incident.
Ray Kohl Onn Gah commented, "Dude ran from the cops at high speeds regularly. He thought it was fun. Now an innocent family has to live with the trauma of striking and killing him. The streets are now a little safer."
Melanie Wharton shared her sorrow, stating, "This is a very sad ending to a young man who made a wrong decision. Many people are affected by his death. A human dying is not funny. ‘Justice served’?? Wow, let’s do better."
Others, like Daniel Salazar, highlighted the risks associated with reckless driving, "Motorcyclists are always driving so reckless. Just saw one the other day speed past everybody on the highway going at least 120+, not a care for any of the lives around him at all."
Valerie Ann expressed confusion over the reactions to the tragedy, saying, "I don’t understand why people are laughing. That’s still someone’s fam."
The incident has left a mark on the community, with opinions varying widely on the nature of the chase and its tragic conclusion. While some view the outcome as inevitable given the circumstances, others mourn the loss of a young life and the impact it has had on those involved.