Texas

Man Killed in Accident at State Hwy 17 in Jeff Davis County, TX

Published on: April 10, 2023

Date of Accident
January 13, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

State Hwy 17, Fort Davis, Jeff Davis County, TX, USA

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are investigating a crash that killed a man at State Hwy 17 in Jeff Davis County, TX on January 13th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 6:10 p.m. Investigators believe a commercial truck operated by a 31-year-old Sebring, FL man was approaching a curve in the roadway before colliding with a second commercial truck under nuclear circumstances. The driver of the second truck, a 65-year-old male, was killed. His passenger, a 67-year-old female, was seriously injured. The Sebring man was evaluated for possible injuries and cited for traveling at an unsafe speed. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Tractor-trailer
Road/Highway
State Hwy 17
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries (1), serious injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Commercial truck was involved in a collision with a second commercial vehicle

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