Texas

Man Killed in Accident at US 79 in Panola County, TX

Published on: December 14, 2023

Date of Accident
November 22, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 79, Palestine, Panola County, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that killed a man at US 79 in Panola County, TX on November 22nd, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 4:40 p.m. According to investigators, a tractor-trailer headed southwest  before it was struck from the rear by a Chevrolet Cruze. The collision left the driver of the Chevrolet, who was not publicly identified, with fatal injuries. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Tractor-Trailer, Chevrolet Cruze
Road/Highway
US 79
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries (1), minor injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tractor-Trailer and a Chevrolet Cruze were involved in a collision

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