Texas

Man Killed in Accident at US 290 in Washington County, TX

Published on: February 4, 2025

Date of Accident
January 25, 2025
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

What Happened

Authorities in Washington County, TX, are investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash that occurred on January 25, 2025, at approximately 8:40 a.m. on U.S. Highway 290. A 2018 Lincoln MKX, allegedly driven by an 82-year-old male, veered off the roadway and struck a highway sign. The driver was ejected from the vehicle and sustained fatal injuries, pronounced dead at 9:39 a.m. Contributing factors included driver inattention. The investigation is ongoing.


Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Washington County Police
Vehicles Involved
Lincoln MKX
Road/Highway
US 290
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Lincoln MKX left the roadway and collided with a highway sign

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