Texas

Cheryl Smith Killed; Gloria Williams, Angela Washington Injured in Accident at US Hwy 175 in Cherokee County, TX

Published on: August 11, 2021

Date of Accident
August 9, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Cheryl Smith, Gloria Williams, Angela Washington
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 175, Frankston, Cherokee County, TX, U.S.

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are investigating a collision at US Hwy 175 in Cherokee County, TX on August 9th, 2021. Police say the incident happened when an eastbound Dodge Durango operated by a 17-year-old male reportedly crossed into westbound traffic and crashed head-on into a Ford Fiesta operated by 43-year-old Angela Washington. A passenger in the Fiesta, 68-year-old Cheryl Smith, died at the scene. A Washington and a second passenger, 68-year-old Gloria Williams, were hospitalized with serious injuries. The 17-year-old was also hospitalized in stable condition.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Dodge Durango, Ford Fiesta
Road/Highway
US Hwy 175
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries (1), various injuries (3)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Dodge Durango crossed into a westbound lane and collided head-on with a Ford Fiesta

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