Texas

Child Injured in Accident at US Hwy 77 in Fayette County, TX

Published on: April 16, 2025

Date of Accident
March 29, 2025
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

What Happened

Authorities in Fayette County, TX, are investigating a single-vehicle crash that occurred on March 29, 2025, at around 6:09 p.m. on US Highway 77. A Ram 1500 pickup was traveling south within a construction zone when it failed to maintain a single lane and struck a culvert headwall. The 37-year-old driver sustained a minor injury and was charged with DWI with a child under 15 and intoxication assault. An 11-year-old passenger suffered a possible injury, and a 12-year-old passenger sustained suspected serious injuries. Alcohol use and lane departure were identified as contributing factors.


Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Fayette County Police
Vehicles Involved
Ram 1500
Road/Highway
US Hwy 77
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Ram 1500 veered from the road into a culvert

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