Texas

One Person Injured in Truck Accident at State Hwy 317 in Temple, TX

Published on: September 24, 2024

Date of Accident
August 29, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

State Hwy 317, Temple, TX, USA

What Happened

Police are investigating a crash that injured a driver at State Hwy 317 in Temple, TX on August 29th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 12:32 a.m. According to investigators, a tractor-trailer was headed northbound on Hwy 317, approaching animals in the roadway. Reports claim the vehicle attempted to avoid a collision but was unable and struck one of the animals, causing the vehicle to lose control and crash. Police say the 42-year-old Temple man operating the vehicle, who was not publicly identified, was seriously injured. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Tractor-Trailer
Road/Highway
State Hwy 317
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tractor-Trailer struck an animal in the roadway causing the vehicle to lose control and crash

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