Texas

Mark Simmons Killed in Accident at US 271 in Red River County, TX

Published on: November 2, 2021

Date of Accident
September 17, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Mark Simmons
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 271, Tyler, TX, USA

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials confirmed the death of a driver at US 271 in Red River County, TX on September 17th, 2021. They say the incident took place around 11 p.m. A tractor-trailer operated by a 38-year-old Minneapolis, MN man was headed northbound on 271 as it approached a Chevrolet C2500 operated by 48-year-old Mark Simmons. Investigators are saying the Chevrolet passed an intended turn onto County Road 1410 and had pulled into the shoulder to begin making a u-turn when unsafe before it was struck by the tractor-trailer. The Chevrolet was pushed into a ditch, overturning and causing fatal injuries to Simmons. There were also three teen passengers, ages 17, 16 and 14, who were evaluated for possible injuries. The Minneapolis man was not injured.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Tractor-trailer, Chevrolet C2500
Road/Highway
US 271
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Chevrolet C2500 turned left when unsafe after missing a turn, made a u-turn and was struck by a tractor-trailer

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