Texas

Child Killed in Go-Kart Accident at State Hwy 110 in Smith County, TX

Published on: October 29, 2021

Date of Accident
October 28, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Recreational Vehicle
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

State Hwy 110, Tyler, TX, USA

What Happened

Smith County Sheriff's Office authorities are investigating an incident that killed a child near Hwy 110 in Smith County, TX on October 28th, 2021. Police say the incident happened around 3:30 p.m. An 11-year-old boy was killed when high winds in the area toppled a tree as he was riding a go kart and the tree landed on the child. Investigators say the child died at the scene. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Smith County Sheriff's Office
Vehicles Involved
Go Kart
Road/Highway
State Hwy 110
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tree landed on top of a child riding a go kart

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