Texas

Derrell Bobbitt Killed in Accident at US Hwy 69 in Cherokee County, TX

Published on: July 27, 2022

Date of Accident
July 12, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Derrell Bobbitt
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. Hwy 69 S, Bullard, TX, USA

What Happened

Tyler Police are investigating a crash that killed a driver at US Hwy 69 in Cherokee County, TX on July 12th, 2022. Police say the incident happened around 9:27 a.m. According to investigators, a Buick LeSabre headed northbound is said to have attempted to change lanes when it collided with the rear of a trailer towed by a GMC Sierra. The impact sent the Buick into a embankment where it overturned. The driver of the Buick, identified as 58-year-old Derrell Bobbitt was hospitalized with injuries he later died from. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
GMC Sierra, Buick LeSabre
Road/Highway
US Hwy 69
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Buick LeSabre collided with another vehicle during a lane change

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