Texas

Marcellus Davis Jr Killed in Accident at US Hwy 96 in Jasper County, TX

Published on: March 12, 2025

Date of Accident
February 27, 2025
Victim's Name(s)
Marcellus Davis Jr
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

What Happened

Authorities in Jasper County, TX, are investigating a fatal rear-end collision that occurred on February 27, 2025, at approximately 8:40 a.m. on U.S. Highway 96. A commercial truck was traveling north when it failed to control its speed and collided with a Chevrolet Impala. The crash resulted in fatal injuries to the 76-year-old male occupant of the Chevrolet, identified as Marcellus Davis Jr, who was pronounced dead at 8:43 a.m. The incident was associated with the vehicle’s movement, driver distraction, and failure to control speed. The driver of the commercial truck was cited for failing to control speed.


Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Jasper County Police
Vehicles Involved
Commercial Truck, Chevrolet Impala
Road/Highway
US Hwy 96
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Commercial Truck and a Chevrolet Impala were involved in a collision

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