Texas

James Flanagan Killed in Accident at US Hwy 271 in Tyler, TX

Published on: November 1, 2022

Date of Accident
October 28, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
James Flanagan
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

US Hwy 271, Tyler, TX, USA

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials have information on a crash that killed a person at US Hwy 271 in Tyler, TX on October 28th, 2022. Police say the incident happened around 9:55 a.m. Initial investigation suggests a tractor-trailer headed southbound on Hwy 271 collided with a GMC pickup truck alleged to have performed an illegal u-turn. The driver of the GMC, identified as 85-year-old James Flanagan, suffered fatal injuries at the scene. Police say no other injuries were reported. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
GMC Pickup Truck, Tractor-Trailer,
Road/Highway
US Hwy 271
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

GMC Pickup Truck and Tractor-Trailer were involved in a collision

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