Texas

Adam Bryant Francis Killed in Accident at US 79 in Freestone County, TX

Published on: February 7, 2022

Date of Accident
January 18, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Adam Bryant Francis
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 79, Palestine, Freestone County, TX, USA

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are investigating a crash that killed a driver at US 79 in Freestone County, TX on January 18th, 2022. Police say the incident happened around 12:50 p.m. A Dodge Ram 3500 towing a trailer operated by 39-year-old Adam Francis was headed northeast and a tractor-trailer operated by a 55-year-old Grapeland man was headed northeast attempting to make a left turn onto a private drive. Investigators say the Dodge failed to control its speed and collided with the rear of the tractor-trailer, causing fatal injuries to Francis. The other driver was not injured. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Dodge Rm 3500, Tractor-Trailer
Road/Highway
US 79
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Dodge Rm 3500 collided with a Tractor-Trailer attempting a left turn into a private drive

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