Texas

Driver Injured in Accident at US 287 and Loop 256 in Palestine, TX

Published on: March 11, 2022

Date of Accident
February 11, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 287 & Loop 256, Palestine, TX, U.S.

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are investigating a crash that injured a driver at US 287 and Loop 256 in Palestine, TX on February 11th, 2022. Police say the incident happened around 12:44 p.m. Police say a tractor-trailer operated by a 25-year-old Groveton was headed southwest when it began to make a right turn. Investigators say it then failed to control its speed and overturned near the exit, suffering serious injuries. Records indicate a Failure to Maintain Speed charge was issued.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Commercial Truck
Road/Highway
US 287 and Loop 256
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Commercial truck lost control during a right turned and flipped onto its side

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