Texas

Chance Schofield Killed in Accident at US 69 in Jefferson County, TX

Published on: August 23, 2021

Date of Accident
July 29, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Chance Schofield
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

U.S. 69, Tyler, TX, USA

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are investigating a crash that killed a person at US 69 in Jefferson County, TX on July 29th, 2021. Police say the incident happened around 6:03 p.m. A motorcycle operated by 29-year-old Chance Schofield was exiting a private drive onto US 69 when it is said to have failed to yield. It then turned into the path of a Cadillac STS operated by 40-year-old Lloyd Jones Jr. The impact pushed vehicle from the road into a side ditch. Schofield suffered fatal injuries. Investigators say Jones, who suffered non-life-threatening injuries, admitted to consuming alcoholic beverages prior to the crash.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Yamaha YZFR1 Motorcycle, Cadillac STS
Road/Highway
US 69
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries (1), minor injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Yamaha YZFR1 Motorcycle failed to yield while exiting a private drive onto US 69 and collided with a Cadillac STS

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