Texas

Matthew Wheeler Killed in Accident at FM 2245 in Jasper, TX

Published on: August 24, 2021

Date of Accident
August 23, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Matthew Wheeler
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

FM 2245, Jasper, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a collision that killed a person at FM 2245 in Jasper, TX on August 23rd, 2021. Police say the incident happened when a passenger car collided with an 18-wheeler under unclear circumstances. The car then caught fire and the truck jack knifed. The driver of the car, 36-year-old Matthew Wheeler, died at the scene. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Passenger Car, Commercial Truck
Road/Highway
FM 2245
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Passenger car collided with an 18-wheeler and caught fire in the collision

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