Texas

Danny Leedy Killed in Accident at FM 2493 in Tyler, TX

Published on: January 12, 2024

Date of Accident
December 26, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Danny Leedy
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

FM 2493, Tyler, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that killed a drive at FM 2493 in Tyler, TX on December 26th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 2:32 p.m. Investigators say a Ford F-250 was northbound before colliding with the rest of a Hyundai Elantra operated by 72-year-old Danny Leedy. Reports say the Hyundai was slowing to perform a turn into a private driveway before it was rear ended. The collision left Leedy fatally injured, reports say, while the Ford operator was allegedly uninjured. Sources indicate a Failure to Control Speed charge was recommended and/or issued against the Ford operator. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Ford F-250, Hyundai Elantra
Road/Highway
FM 2493
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Ford F-250 and a Hyundai Elantra were involved in a collision

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