Texas

One Person Injured in Accident at Hwy 43 and Hwy 149 in Tatum, TX

Published on: March 5, 2024

Date of Accident
March 4, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Texas 43 & Texas 149, Tatum, TX, USA

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that injured a person at Hwy 43 and Hwy 149 in Tatum, TX on March 4th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 4:30 p.m. According to investigators, a semi-truck struck a sedan crossing through an intersection after allegedly failing to yield. Following the collision, reports say the truck veered from the road, crashing into a nearby building. While there were no reported injuries from the building, reports say the driver of the sedan was hospitalized with undisclosed injuries. The truck operator was airlifted to an area hospital, officials say, also with undisclosed injuries. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
18-Wheeler, Passenger Car
Road/Highway
Hwy 43 and Hwy 149
Injuries Sustained

Undisclosed injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Semi-truck struck a sedan before veering from the road into a building

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