Texas

Teen Killed in Accident at US 59 in Panola County, TX

Published on: June 6, 2023

Date of Accident
June 3, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 59, Marshall, Panola County, TX, USA

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are investigating a crash that killed a teen at US 59 in Panola County, TX on June 3rd, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 3:17 p.m. According to investigators, a Toyota Tundra is alleged to have possibly failed to yield while entering onto US 59 at the intersection with FM 1794. The truck was struck on the passenger side by an 18-wheeler, leaving a 15-year-old passenger in the Toyota with fatal injuries at the scene. The driver of the Toyota, identified as 51-year-old Chad Wynn, was hospitalized with injuries believed to be non-life-threatening in nature. Police say the truck driver was not injured in the collision and did not have additional information to disclose.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
18-Wheeler, Toyota Tundra
Road/Highway
US 59
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries (1), non-life-threatening injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Toyota Tundra was struck by an oncoming 18-wheeler

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