Texas

James Martin McDonald Injured in Accident at US 69 in Bells, TX

Published on: August 19, 2021

Date of Accident
July 23, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
James Martin McDonald
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 69, Tyler, TX, USA

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are investigating a crash that injured multiple people at US 69 in Bells, TX on July 23rd, 2021. Police say the incident happened around 11:30 a.m. A Ford F-350 operated by 62-year-old James Martin McDonald swerved to avoid a motorcycle in a southbound lane before colliding with a tractor-trailer, causing the truck to catch fire. McDonald and his two passengers were seriously injured. The other driver was not injured.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Ford F-350, Tractor-trailer
Road/Highway
US 69
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Ford F-350 swerved to avoid a motorcycle before colliding with a Tractor-trailer before it caught fire

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