Texas

James Morton Killed in Accident at I-35 and FM 917 in Burleson, TX

Date of Accident
September 28, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
James Morton
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

35 FM917, Burleson, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that injured a person at I-35 and FM 917 in Burleson, TX on September 28th, 2022. Police say the incident happened around 1:04 a.m. According to investigators, a Hyundai Elantra operated by 31-year-old James Morton was headed southbound before colliding with the rear of a tractor-trailer for unknown reasons. The collision caused fatal injuries for Morton. The truck driver involved was not injured. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Hyundai Elantra, Tractor-Trailer
Road/Highway
I-35 and FM 917
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Hyundai Elantra and Tractor-Trailer were involved in a collision

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