Texas

One Person Injured in Cattle Truck Accident at US 287 near Dumas, TX

Published on: May 13, 2024

Date of Accident
May 9, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 287, Dumas, TX, USA

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that injured a driver at US 287 near Dumas, TX on May 9th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 5:30 a.m. Investigators say a cattle truck was struck by a passenger vehicle. Reports allege the truck failed to yield right of way and pulled into the path of the sedan prior to the collision. The driver of the passenger car, who was not publicly identified, was hospitalized with suspected non-life-threatening injuries. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Moore County Sheriff's Office
Vehicles Involved
Passenger Car, Cattle Truck
Road/Highway
US 287
Injuries Sustained

Non-life-threatening injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Sedan collided with a passenger sedan

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