Texas

Doris Strong Killed; James McClain, Michelle McClain Injured in Accident at FM 3053 in Gregg County, TX

Date
March 4, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Doris Strong
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

FM 3053 Gregg County, TX

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
SUV, Pickup Truck
Road/Highway
FM 3053
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries (1), various injuries (3)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

SUV and a Pickup Truck were involved in a collision


What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are investigating a crash that killed three people at FM 3053 in Gregg County, TX on March 4th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 6 p.m. According to investigators, an SUV operated by 47-year-old Marcus McKnight was headed eastbound on Goforth Rd before it allegedly failed to yield at the intersection with FM 3053. The vehicle is said to have collided with a southbound pickup truck operated by 64-year-old James McClain as a result. A passenger in the SUV, identified as 68-year-old Doris Strong, suffered fatal injuries. McClain and a passenger, 64-year-old Michelle McClain, were both hospitalized with undisclosed injuries. McKnight was also hospitalized. Additional information was not available.

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