Texas

Georgia Johnson Cotton Injured in Accident at Loop 323 in Tyler, TX

Published on: October 6, 2023

Date of Accident
September 13, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Georgia Johnson Cotton
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Texas 323 Loop, Tyler, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that injured a driver at Loop 323 in Tyler, TX on September 13th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 1:35 p.m. According to investigators, a Kia Optima operated by a 74-year-old Georgia Johnson Cotton was making a left turn from a private driveway, allegedly entering the southbound lanes while headed northbound. Police say the vehicle was attempting to exit the road as oncoming traffic approached, veering left to avoid a collision. A commercial truck collided with the Kia in the process, leaving Cotton with suspected serious injuries. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Kia Optima, Tractor-trailer
Road/Highway
Loop 323
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Kia Optima and a Tractor-trailer were involved in a collision

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