Texas

Aimee Prater Killed; Christopher Prater Injured in Accident at TX 144 in Somervell County, TX

Published on: March 16, 2022

Date of Accident
February 5, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Aimee Prater, Christopher Prater
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

TX-144, Glen Rose, Somervell County, TX, USA

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are investigating a crash that killed a person at TX 144 in Somervell County, TX on February 5th, 2022. Police say the incident happened around 8:51 p.m. Investigators say a Jeep Liberty operated by a 37-year-old Glen Rose man was headed southbound on TX 144 as a GMC Sierra operated by 34-year-old Christopher Prater was headed northbound. Police say as both vehicles approached a curve in the road, the Jeep reportedly crossed a center line and collided with the Sierra. A passenger in the Sierra, identified as 30-year-old Aimee Prater, suffered fatal injuries. Christopher Prater suffered minor injuries as did his 4-year-old daughter. The Glen Rose man suffered minor injuries and charged with Intoxication Manslaughter.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Jeep Liberty, GMC Sierra
Road/Highway
TX 144
Injuries Sustained

Minor injuries (2), fatal injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Jeep Liberty veered across a center line and collided with a GMC Sierra

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