Texas

Thomas Goracy Injured in Accident at US 281 in Atascosa County, TX

Published on: January 11, 2024

Date of Accident
December 22, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Thomas Goracy
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

U.S. 281, San Antonio, Atascosa County, TX, USA

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that injured multiple people at US 281 in Atascosa County, TX on December 22nd, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 6:49 p.m. According to investigators, a Ford Focus was northbound on US 281, entering onto Old Pleasanton. Headed southbound on US 281 was a Dodge Durango operated by 57-year-old Thomas Goracy. Reports indicate the Ford allegedly failed to yield during a left turn, tracing into the path of the Dodge. The two vehicles collided and reports say the impact caused the Dodge to overturn, trapping Goracy in the vehicle. Reports say Goracy was seriously injured while a 22-year-old passenger in the Ford had non-life-threatening injuries. Two others, including the driver of the Ford, had possible injuries, according to police. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Ford Focus, Dodge Durango
Road/Highway
US 281
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries (1), minor injuries (1), possible injuries (2)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Ford Focus and a Dodge Durango were involved in a crash

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