Texas

Kimberly Maher Injured in Accident at US 59 in Bowie County, TX

Published on: September 22, 2021

Date of Accident
August 16, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Kimberly Maher
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 59, Marshall, Bowie County, TX, USA

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are investigating a collision that injured a driver at US 59 in Bowie County, TX on August 16th, 2021. Police say the incident happened around 2:20 p.m. A Honda Odyssey operated by  57-year-old Kimberly Maher lost control and collided with the rear of a semi-truck. Responding officers say Maher admitted to being distracted by a GPS in the vehicle prior to the crash. She suffered serious injuries in the collision. The truck driver, a 39-year-old Katy man, was not injured.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Kenworth Tractor-trailer, Honda Odyssey
Road/Highway
US 59
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Honda Odyssey failed to control its speed, due to driver distraction, and collided with the back left of a Kenworth Tractor-trailer

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