Texas

Shirley Updike, Mark Updike Killed in Accident at FM 1462 in Brazoria County, TX

Published on: September 19, 2024

Date of Accident
August 9, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Shirley Updike, Mark Updike
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

FM 1462, Rosharon, Brazoria County, TX, USA

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that killed two people at FM 1462 in Brazoria County, TX on August 9th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 12:59 p.m. According to investigators, a GMC Sierra was headed southwest on FM 1462, approaching a Toyota Corolla ahead slowing to make a turn. Reports allege the GMC failed to control its speed before colliding with the rear of the Toyota, pushing the Toyota into the path of a tractor-trailer in an adjacent, oncoming lane. The vehicle was struck once again, the second impact sending the vehicle into a nearby ditch. Reports say both 85-year-old Toyota driver, Shirley Updike, and 52-year-old passenger, Mark Updike, were fatally injured in the crash. The tractor-trailer operator had possible injuries, police say, as did the GMC operator. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
GMC Sierra C1500, Toyota Corolla
Road/Highway
FM 1462
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

GMC Sierra C1500 and a Toyota Corolla were involved in a collision

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