Texas

Romie Caver Injured in Accident at US Hwy 79 in Panola County TX

Published on: February 20, 2025

Date of Accident
November 7, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Romie Caver
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

What Happened

Authorities in Panola County, TX, are investigating a multi-vehicle crash that occurred on November 7, 2024, at approximately 9:57 p.m. on U.S. Highway 79. According to investigators, a Freightliner semi-truck traveling northeast allegedly failed to control its speed and collided with a Toyota RAV4 that was stopped for traffic, creating a chain reaction involving other vehicles. Officials say the crash resulted in suspected serious injuries to an 85-year-old passenger in the RAV4, Romie Caver. The 58-year-old driver of the RAV4 and the two occupants of the semi-truck were reportedly uninjured. Alleged contributing factors include failure to control speed by the semi-truck and traffic slowing for roadway conditions. Additional information was not available.


Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Panola County Police
Vehicles Involved
Toyota Rav4, Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
US Hwy 79
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Toyota Rav4 and a Semi-Truck were involved in a collision

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