Texas

Hyrum Edward Lee Ratcliff Injured in Accident at US 96 in Jasper County, TX

Published on: October 12, 2023

Date of Accident
September 19, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Hyrum Edward Lee Ratcliff
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 96, Jasper, Jasper County, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that injured a driver at US 96 in Jasper County, TX on September 19th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 4:05 a.m. According to investigators, a Toyota Corolla operated by 21-year-old Hyrum Edward Lee Ratcliff was southbound before allegedly failing to control its speed and colliding with the rear of a commercial vehicle. The vehicle then veered into a ditch before traveling int a private yard and striking a wooden fence and side of a house. The crash left Ratcliff with serious injuries, police say. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Toyota Corolla, Commercial Vehicle
Road/Highway
US 96
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Toyota Corolla collided with a commercial vehicle

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