Texas

Teen Killed in Accident at FM 978 and County Rd 314 in Madison County, TX

Published on: July 18, 2022

Date of Accident
July 17, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

FM 978 and County Rd 314 in Madison County, TX

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are investigating a crash that killed a teen at FM 978 and County Rd 314 in Madison County, TX on July 17th, 2022. Police say it happened around 1 a.m. Initial reports suggest a Dodge Dakota headed westbound lost control at a curve before crashing into a tree. A 15-year-old passenger died at the scene while the 16-year-old driver and a second 16-year-old passenger were both hospitalized with injuries. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Dodge Dakota
Road/Highway
FM 978 and County Rd 314
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries (1), serious injuries (2)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Dodge Dakota veered from the road at a curve into a tree

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