Mississippi

David H Austin Injured in Accident at I-22 near Byhalia, MS

Date of Accident
September 16, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
David H. Austin
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-22, Byhalia, MS, USA

What Happened

Mississippi Highway Patrol officials are investigating a crash that injured a driver at  I-22 near Byhalia, MS on September 16th, 2021. Police say it happened around 5:30 a.m. A Jeep Compass operated by 38-year-old David H Austin was reportedly entering onto I-22 from the shoulder when it collided with a passing semi-truck. Both vehicles veered into a median and a fire started between them. Austin was taken to an area hospital for treatment of undisclosed injuries. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Mississippi Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Jeep Compass, Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
I-22
Injuries Sustained

Undisclosed injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Jeep Compass entered the road from the shoulder and collided with a passing Semi-Truck

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