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Army veteran died in crash on Harley-Davidson motorbike, inquest hears
- Latest: An inquest ruled Stephen Mullis died after his Harley-Davidson Sportster S side stand dropped and scraped the road, causing a crash.
- Who: Stephen Mullis, a 37-year-old Army veteran from Gosport, who served 14 years and completed tours in Afghanistan, Iraq and Northern Ireland.
- When/Where: The crash happened March 30 last year in Gosport, Hampshire, during a ride on Mullis’ new Harley-Davidson.
- Why: Investigators could not determine how or why the side stand deployed, though it caused a loss of control.
- Public reaction: Mullis was described as a 'kind and respected' man, and his funeral was marked by a Royal British Legion Riders Branch procession.
- Family notes: Mullis’ wife described him as deeply loved, a protective husband and father, with a passion for motorcycles.
- Motorcycle model/recall: Mullis rode a Harley-Davidson Sportster S, which had been recalled by the manufacturer.
- Support at funeral: The Royal British Legion Riders Branch joined Mullis’ funeral ride in solidarity.
- Toxicology: Authorities found no alcohol or drugs in Mullis’ system at the time of the crash.
- Legacy: Mullis was described as 'glue that held friendship groups together' and loved by many.
- Family history: Mullis served in The Princess of Wales's Royal Regiment and completed two Afghanistan tours, one in Iraq, and one in Northern Ireland.
- Context: The incident occurred while Mullis was newly married and house-moving; his wife spoke of their happiness.
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