Texas

Dallas Man Injured in Accident at FM 157 in Ellis County, TX

Published on: February 10, 2025

Date of Accident
January 12, 2025
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

What Happened

Authorities in Ellis County, TX, are investigating a single-vehicle crash that occurred on January 12, 2025, at approximately 6:57 p.m. on FM 157. A 2007 Hyundai Sonata, driven by a 32-year-old male, failed to maintain a single lane, traveled off the roadway, and struck a culvert-headwall. The driver sustained suspected serious injuries and was transported to a medical facility. No other vehicles or individuals were involved. Contributing factors included unsafe speed and alcohol consumption. The investigation is ongoing.


Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Ellis County Police
Vehicles Involved
Hyundai Sonata
Road/Highway
FM 157
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Hyundai Sonata left the roadway and collided with a culvert

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