Texas

Clarence Patterson Killed in Accident at I-40 in Amarillo, TX

Published on: November 15, 2021

Date of Accident
October 8, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Clarence Patterson
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-40, Amarillo, TX, USA

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are investigating a crash that killed a driver at I-40 in Amarillo, TX on October 8th, 2021. Police say the incident happened around 1:17 p.m. A Chevrolet Cobalt operated by 61-year-old Clarence Patterson was reportedly changing lanes to a center lane when it failed to control its speed and collided with the rear of a westbound tractor-trailer. Patterson suffered fatal injuries in the collision. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Chevrolet Cobalt, Tractor-Trailer
Road/Highway
I-40
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Chevrolet Cobalt failed to control its speed and collided with the rear of a tractor-trailer

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