Texas

Oranda Ross Injured in Accident at County Rd 431 in Smith County, TX

Published on: October 24, 2024

Date of Accident
September 19, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Oranda Ross
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

What Happened

Officials are investigating a crash that injured a driver at County Rd 431 in Smith County, TX on September 19th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 8:55 p.m. According to investigators, a Ford Edge headed southeast on County Rd 431 is alleged to have veered from the road due a deer appearing in the roadway. Reports say the vehicle collided with a tree, the impact causing the vehicle to catch fire. Police say the driver, identified as 430year0old Oranda Ross, was seriously injured. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Ford Edge
Road/Highway
County Rd 431
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Ford Edge veered from the road into a tree

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