UWG student Matthews Dyas killed in wreck, driver charged with DUI

Oct 2, 2011 - 16:03
Oct 9, 2011 - 17:43
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UWG student Matthews Dyas killed in wreck, driver charged with DUI
Matthews Dyas

CARROLLTON, Ga. — A student at the University of West Georgia was killed Saturday, just outside the university’s football stadium.

Authorities said Matthews Dyas was tuing into the stadium on his motorcycle when another car crossed his path causing the wreck.

The driver of the car, Gloria Faith Dupree, has been charged with first degree vehicular homicide, driving under the influence and failing to yield while tuing left, police said.

Dupree is currently in the Carroll County Jail.

Dyas is from Ackworth and was a graduate of Harrison High School. He was majoring in finance and was a member of the university’s golf team, according to the UWG's website.

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Mike Gallagher Freelance writer with a passion for travelling