Texas

Joseph Roch, Dixie Russell, Caleb Waller Injured in Accident at State Hwy 19 in Van Zandt, TX

Published on: June 24, 2022

Date of Accident
May 1, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Joseph Roch, Dixie Russell, Caleb Waller
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

State Hwy 19, Palestine, Van Zandt, TX, USA

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are investigating a crash that injured several people at State Hwy 19 in Van Zandt, TX on May 1st, 2022. Police say the incident happened around 8:34 p.m. According to investigators, a Nissan Altima operated by 28-year-old Caleb Waller was headed eastbound on FM 859 approaching the stop sign with State Hwy 19. Police allege the vehicle ran the stop sign and collided with a Ford F-250 operated by a 40-year-old Teague man. The impact left 26-year-old Nissan passenger, Dixie Russell, and 42-year-old Nissan passenger, Joseph Roch, with serious injuries. A 4-year-old in the vehicle was also seriously injured. Waller suffered minor injuries and reports indicate Intoxication Assault, Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility and Open Container in Motor Vehicle charges were recommended and/or issued.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Nissan Altima, Ford F-250
Road/Highway
State Hwy 19
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries (3), minor injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Nissan Altima and Ford F-250 were involved in a crash

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