Texas

Christopher Whatley, Megan Sandberg Killed in Accident at North East Ave in Wharton, TX

Published on: August 10, 2021

Date of Accident
July 18, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Christopher Whatley, Megan Sandberg
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

N East Ave, Wharton, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities have identified the two people killed in a collision on North East Ave in Wharton, TX on July 18th, 2021. Police are saying the crash happened around 1 a.m. A Chevrolet pickup truck operated by 21-year-old Deleon Perkins reportedly failed to stop at a stop sign intersection and collided with an Acura sedan with two occupants. The occupants, identified as 42-year-old Christopher Whatley and 34-year-old Megan Sandberg, were killed in the collision. Perkins suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was hospitalized for treatment. Police also arrested Perkins on two counts of Intoxication Manslaughter. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Chevrolet pickup, Acura Sedan
Road/Highway
North East Ave
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Chevrolet pickup truck failed to stop at a stop sign intersection and collided with an Acura sedan

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