Texas

Three People Killed in Accident at US 84 near Prairie Hill, TX

Published on: August 23, 2021

Date of Accident
August 22, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 84, Prairie Hill, TX, USA

What Happened

Texas Highway Patrol officials are investigating a collision that killed three people at US 84 near Prairie Hill, TX on August 22nd, 2021. Police say it happened around 2:20 a.m. A Kia Optima headed westbound in eastbound lanes collided head-on with an eastbound Nissan Altima. The Altima caught fire, trapping the driver and passenger, who both died at the scene. The driver of the Kia, a 17-year-old female, also died at the scene. A passenger in the Kia was hospitalized with undisclosed injuries.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Kia Optima, Nissan Altima
Road/Highway
US 84
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Kia Optima headed westbound on the wrong side of the road crashed head-on with an eastbound Nissan Altima

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