Texas

Daniel Hartung, Toshiko Hartung Injured in Accident at FM 1396 in Fannin County, TX

Published on: January 7, 2025

Date of Accident
October 27, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Daniel Hartung, Toshiko Hartung
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a fatal crash that occurred on Farm-to-Market Road 1396 in Fannin County, TX, on October 27, 2024, at approximately 1:05 p.m. A 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, driven by a 37-year-old woman allegedly under the influence of alcohol veered out of its lane and collided head-on with a 2017 GMC Canyon. The GMC was occupied by Daniel Hartung, 63, the driver, and Toshiko Hartung, 63, a passenger. The driver of the Chevrolet Cobalt sustained fatal injuries. Daniel and Toshiko Hartung, who were both restrained, suffered minor injuries. Investigators cited alcohol impairment, failure to drive in a single lane, and unsafe speed as contributing factors.


Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Fannin County Police
Vehicles Involved
Chevrolet Cobalt, GMC Canyon
Road/Highway
FM 1396
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries (1), minor injuries (2)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Chevrolet Cobalt and a GMC Canyon were involved in a collision

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