Texas

Matthew Everett Carr Killed in Accident at US Hwy 69 and County Rd 008 in Jasper County, TX

Published on: December 6, 2023

Date of Accident
December 5, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Matthew Everett Carr
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

County Rd 008, Zavalla, Jasper, TX, USA

What Happened

Authorities have information on a crash that killed a driver at US Hwy 69 and County Rd 008 in Jasper County, TX on December 5th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 4 p.m. According to investigators, a Ford F-150 is said to have collided with the rear of an 18-wheeler stopped in a construction zone. The impact is said to have caused the Ford to catch fire, trapping the driver in the vehicle. The driver of the Ford,  identified as 34-year-old Matthew Everett Carr, suffered fatal injuries, police say. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
18-Wheeler, Ford F-150
Road/Highway
US Hwy 69 and County Rd 008
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

18-Wheeler and a Ford F-150 were involved in a collision

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