Texas

One Person Killed in Accident at FM 147 in Falls County, TX

Published on: November 30, 2021

Date of Accident
November 19, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

FM147, Marlin, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that killed a driver at FM 147 in Falls County, TX on November 19th, 2021. Police say the incident happened around 12:40 p.m. a tractor-trailer is said to the have lost control at  curve before veering from the road, overturning and hitting a tree. The driver died after being exposed to toxic fumes when the tank was punctured during the crash. A responding officer was also hospitalized after also being exposed to the fumes as well. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Falls County Sheriff's Office
Vehicles Involved
Tractor-trailer
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tractor-trailer lost control at a curve in the road, veered from the road, overturned and hit a tree

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