Texas

Child Killed in Accident at Hwy 287 in Rhome, TX

Published on: January 7, 2022

Date of Accident
December 19, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Hwy 287, Rhome, TX, USA

What Happened

Wise County Police say a teen has been arrested in connection with a crash at Hwy 287 in Rhome, TX on December 19th, 2021. Officials say a vehicle operated by 18-year-old Christopher Fowler was reportedly headed in the wrong direction on Hwy 287 before it collided with a Toyota Camry occupied by a family. A 5-year-old child in the vehicle died while a 14-year-old was hospitalized with serious injuries. Fowler was arrested faces three felony charges in connection with the collision, including manslaughter and two counts of accident involving injury or death.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Wise County Police
Vehicles Involved
Passenger Car, SUV
Road/Highway
Hwy 287
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries (1), serious injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Vehicle traveling the wrong direction collided with a Toyota Camry

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