Texas

Steven Welch Killed in Accident at I-45 in Ellis County, TX

Published on: March 26, 2025

Date of Accident
March 15, 2025
Victim's Name(s)
Steven Welch
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

What Happened

Authorities in Ellis County, TX, are investigating a single-vehicle crash that occurred on March 15, 2025, at approximately 11:34 p.m. on the Interstate 45 frontage road. Investigators believe a Chevrolet Corvette was traveling north  while fleeing police when it veered from the roadway and struck a guardrail. The 22-year-old driver, identified as Steven Welch, sustained fatal injuries, and a 30-year-old passenger sustained suspected serious injuries. Speeding and evading police were identified as contributing factors. No additional details were available.


Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Ellis County Police
Vehicles Involved
Chevrolet Corvette
Road/Highway
I-45
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Chevrolet Corvette collided with a guardrail

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