Texas

Richard Reis, Fritz Hoeflein Killed in Accident at US 281 in Jack County, TX

Published on: April 10, 2023

Date of Accident
April 7, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Richard Reis, Fritz Hoeflein
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

U.S. 281, San Antonio, Jack County, TX, USA

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are investigating a crash that killed two people at US 281 in Jack County, TX on April 7th, 2023. Police say the incident happened as a southbound vehicle allegedly failed to yield right of way to a vehicle headed northbound. Richard Reis and Fritz Hoeflein were killed in the crash. Police allege one of the vehicles was operated by Jose Duran, wo was hospitalized with undisclosed injuries along with a passenger in Reis's vehicle. Officials say Duran was later arrested on a Driving While Intoxicated charge.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Passenger Car
Road/Highway
US 281
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Two vehicles were involved in a collision, allegedly due to one failing to yield

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