Texas

Carolyn Thompson Injured in Accident at US 287 in Childress, TX

Published on: November 3, 2023

Date of Accident
October 11, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Carolyn Thompson
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 287, Childress, TX, USA

What Happened

Authorities have information on a crash that injured a driver at US 287 in Childress, TX on October 11th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 3:10 p.m. According to investigators, a tractor-trailer was headed eastbound on US 287, nearing the intersection with 7th St. Headed southbound on 7th was. Toyota Rav4 operated by 76-year-old Carolyn Thompson. Officials allege the Toyota may have run a stop light prior to proceeding into the interaction, colliding with the tractor-trailer in the process. Sources indicate Thompson was seriously injured while the truck operator was uninjured. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Tractor-trailer, Toyota Rav4
Road/Highway
US 287
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tractor-trailer and a Toyota Rav4 collided

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