Texas

Tammy Lake, Glenda Wooley Injured in Accident at FM 1988 in Polk County, TX

Date of Accident
January 31, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Tammy Lake, Glenda Wooley
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

FM Rd 1988, Goodrich, Polk County, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that injured two people at FM 1988 in Polk County, TX on January 31st, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 10:13 p.m. According to investigators, a Jeep Wrangler operated by 61-year-old Charlie Christensen was going northbound on FM 1988 when it allegedly failed to yield and collided with a Ford Focus operated by 52-year-old Tammy Lake. Lake was seriously injured while a passenger, identified as 70-year-old Glenda Wooley, suffered minor injuries. A Failure to Yield Right of Way charge was recommended and/or issued.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Jeep Wrangler, Ford Focus
Road/Highway
FM 1988
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries (1), minor injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Jeep Wrangler and a Ford Focus were involved in a collision

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