Texas

Rene Carlos Duarte Killed in Accident at State Hwy 71 in Llano County, TX

Published on: April 27, 2023

Date of Accident
April 4, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Rene Carlos Duarte
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

State Hwy 71, El Campo, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that killed a person at State Hwy 71 in Llano County, TX on April 4th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 9:53 p.m. According to investigators, a Ford Explorer operated by 53-year-old Rene Carlos Duarte was allegedly traveling eastbound in a westbound lane before colliding head-on with a Jeep Grand Cherokee. The Jeep operator, an 18-year-old male who was not publicly identified, suffered minor injuries. Duarte suffered fatal injuries in the collision. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Ford Explorer
Road/Highway
Ford Explorer, Jeep Grand Cherokee
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Ford Explorer and a Jeep Grand Cherokee were involved in a collision

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