Texas

Evelio Torres Injured in Accident at Old Hwy 135 in Gregg County, TX

Date of Accident
June 13, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Evelio Torres
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Old Hwy 135, Gladewater, Gregg County, TX, USA

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are investigating a crash that injured a person at Old Hwy 135 in Gregg County, TX on June 13th, 2021. Police say the incident happened around 10:10 p.m. A Ford F-150 operated by Evelio Torres reportedly veered from its northbound lanes before crossing into a southbound shoulder. It then hit a concrete barrier and went over into an adjacent pond, hitting the concrete barrier on that side. Torres was extricated from the vehicle and hospitalized with serious injuries. Police say the smell of alcohol was allegedly detected on Torres at the scene and issued a Driving While Intoxicated charge.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Ford F-150
Road/Highway
Old Hwy 135
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Ford F-150 veered from its lane into a shoulder, hitting a concrete barrier and going over into the pond before hitting an opposite concrete barrier

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