Texas

Michael Degerness Killed in Accident at State Hwy 276 in Rockwall County, TX

Published on: November 5, 2021

Date of Accident
September 4, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Michael Degerness
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

State Hwy 276, Rockwall, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that killed a driver at State Hwy 276 in Rockwall County, TX on September 4th, 2021. Police say the incident happened around 8 p.m. A Ford F-350 headed westbound on TX 276 reportedly veered from the road into a ditch before hitting a concrete culvert and going airborne. It then spun into a parked van before crashing into a group of trees. The driver, identified as 59-year-old Michael Degerness, was killed in the crash. Police allege that alcohol played a factor in the crash. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Ford F-350, Chevrolet Express Van
Road/Highway
State Hwy 276
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Ford F-350 veered into a concrete culvert, went airborne and rotated into a parked Chevrolet Express Van

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