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‘He loved everybody’: Father remembers teen son killed alongside friend in dirt bike crash
By Georgina Fernandez at Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· July 18, 2026
· 3 min read
CRAIG, Alaska (KTUU/Gray News) - Two friends died following a dirt bike crash earlier this week. The father of one of the victims is now speaking out about the tragedy.Alaska State Troopers confirmed that 18-year-old Greyer Schwegel and 17-year-old Paul Lingley IV were killed Tuesday following a ...
Key takeaway Alaska State Troopers confirmed that 18-year-old Greyer Schwegel and 17-year-old Paul Lingley IV were killed Tuesday following a dirt bike collision on Prince of Wales Island.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The tragic loss of two young lives in a dirt bike crash on Prince of Wales Island resonates deeply with Atlanta 's own concerns about public safety and recreational vehicle accidents. While the incident occurred far from Atlanta, it underscores the universal need for caution and responsible behavior when operating off-road vehicles. In Atlanta, similar safety concerns arise with the use of dirt bikes and all-terrain vehicles in public spaces, highlighting the importance of enforcing safety regulations and promoting awareness about the risks associated with these activities. As the community in Alaska comes together to support the families of the victims, Atlantans can reflect on their own experiences with recreational vehicle safety and the need for continued education and outreach to prevent such tragedies from occurring locally. The outpouring of support from the community in Alaska also serves as a reminder of the importance of strong community bonds in times of crisis, a sentiment that echoes in Atlanta's own tight-knit neighborhoods.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 18, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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What is this story about? CRAIG, Alaska (KTUU/Gray News) - Two friends died following a dirt bike crash earlier this week. The father of one of the victims is now speaking out about the tragedy.Alaska State Troopers confirmed that 18-year-old Greyer Schwegel and 17-year-old Paul Lingley IV were killed Tuesday following a ...
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