Texas

Man Injured in Accident at US 59 and Walnut St in Wharton County, TX

Published on: October 6, 2022

Date of Accident
September 23, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Vehicle
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 59 Business & Walnut St, Wharton County, TX, U.S.

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that injured a man at US 59 and Walnut St in Wharton County, TX on September 23rd, 2022. Police say the incident happened around 3:26 a.m. According to investigators, a commercial truck operated by a 40-year-old Houston man was headed southbound on US 59 before losing control at an exit ramp. Police believe the vehicle was traveling at an unsafe speed and the weight of its cargo caused it to veered from the road and overturn. The driver was hospitalized with serious injuries. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Commercial Truck
Road/Highway
US 59 and Walnut St
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Commercial truck was involved in a crash

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