Texas
Jeffrey Phillips Killed in Accident at State Hwy 7 in Angelina County, TX
Published on: April 25, 2025
What Happened
Authorities are investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash that occurred on April 12, 2025, at approximately 4:30 p.m. on State Highway 7 in Angelina County, Texas. According to officials, a GMC Sierra traveling westbound, left the roadway, and struck a tree. The 65-year-old driver, identified as Jeffrey Phillips, sustained fatal injuries. No other vehicles were involved, and no additional information was available.
Could an auto defect have caused this accident?
Most people would be surprised to learn how often an automotive defect plays a role in an accident. Sometimes, the defect causes the accident, and sometimes, it merely makes the injuries worse. Below is a list of the known issues that federal regulators have drawn the public’s attention to.
Also, note that some issues are not specific to a make and model but are problems that generally affect the automotive industry and warrant investigation.
Additional Information
Fatal injuries
GMC Sierra veered from the roadway into a tree
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