Texas

Denise Currier Porter Injured in Accident at US 281 in Burnet, TX

Published on: January 11, 2022

Date of Accident
December 8, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Denise Currier Porter
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 281, Burnet, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a collision that injured a driver at US 281 in Burnet, TX on December 8th, 2021. Police say the incident happened around 6:10 a.m. A tractor-trailer operated by a 63-year-old male reportedly exited a gas station parking lot to head southbound onto Water Street into a center turn lane. An approaching Ford Escape, operated by 66-year-old Denise Currier Porter, collided with the truck. Porter suffered serious injuries in the collision. Investigators say a Failure to Yield Right of Way from Private Drive charge was issued against the truck driver.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Tractor-trailer, Ford Escape
Road/Highway
US 281
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tractor-trailer exited a parking lot and was struck by a Ford Escape while trying to cross southbound lanes

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