Texas

Laurel Grant Injured in Accident at State Hwy 95 in Bell County, TX

Published on: February 17, 2022

Date of Accident
January 28, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Laurel Grant
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

State Hwy 95, Taylor, TX, USA

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials have information on a crash that injured several people at State Hwy 95 in Bell County, TX on January 28th, 2022. Police say it happened around 5:38 p.m. and involved three vehicles. The first, a Chevrolet Traverse operated by 41-year-old Matthew Wernecke, was headed northbound on Hwy 95. Investigators say it veered from the road for unknown reasons and struck a guardrail before ending up on the southbound side of traffic. The second vehicle, a Kia Soul operated by 59-year-old Laurel Grant, was headed southbound when it veered into a guardrail while attempting to avoid the Traverse. The vehicles collided, causing Grant serious injuries, and the Traverse went into a skid and struck a Dodge Journey with multiple occupants aboard. Three, including the 24-year-old driver, were seriously injured while one suffered minor injuries and two others were evaluated for possible injuries. Wernecke was not injured and records indicate a Driving While Intoxicated charge was recommended or issued.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Chevrolet Traverse, Kia Soul, Dodge Journey
Road/Highway
State Hwy 95
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries (4), minor injuries (1), possible injuries (2)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Chevrolet Traverse veered into a guardrail over into oncoming traffic and collided with a Kia Soul and Dodge Journey

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