Texas

Dennis Prather Killed in Accident at US 287 in Midlothian, TX

Published on: February 21, 2024

Date of Accident
January 31, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Dennis Prather
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 287, Midlothian, TX, U.S.

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that killed a driver at US 287 in Midlothian, TX on January 31st, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 1:21 a.m. According to investigators a Chevrolet Corvette headed westbound on US Hwy 287 before attempting to exit onto a main road. In the process, reports say the vehicle lost control and went into a skid before colliding with a light pole. The impact is said to have caused the vehicle to overturn, ejecting the driver from the vehicle. The driver, who was identified as 64-year-old Dennis Prather, was fatally injured. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Chevrolet Corvette
Road/Highway
US 287
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Chevrolet Corvette veered from the road into a light pole

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