Texas

Erie Downs Killed in Accident at Southwood Dr in Lufkin, TX

Date
January 15, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Erie Downs
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Southwood Dr, Lufkin, TX, USA

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Lufkin Police
Vehicles Involved
Ford pickup truck
Road/Highway
Southwood Dr
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Pickup truck lost control and veered from the road


What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that killed a man at Southwood Dr in Lufkin, TX on January 15th, 2023. Police say the crash happened around 1:15 a.m. According to investigators, a Ford pickup truck lost control for unknown reasons, overturning as a result. The driver, identified as 64-year-old Erie Downs, was thrown from the vehicle in the crash and died at the scene. Investigators had not additional information to share.

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