Texas

Russell Douglas II Injured in Accident at FM 96 in Cass County, TX

Date
October 19, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Russell Douglas II
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

FM 96, Atlanta, TX, USA

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Hyundai Elantra
Road/Highway
FM 96
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Hyundai Elantra veered from a curve in the road before colliding with a mail box


What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that injured a driver at FM 96 in Cass County, TX on October 19th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 6:30 p.m. According to investigators, a Hyundai Elantra operated by 34-year-old Russell Douglas II was southbound on FM 96, nearing the FM 2791 intersection. While navigating a curve in the roadway, officials say the vehicle lost control and struck a mailbox before hitting a concrete curb. The vehicle overturned into a bar ditch, the crash leaving Douglas seriously injured, according to reports. Additional information was not available.

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