Texas

Two People Injured in Accident at US 82 in Lamar County, TX

Published on: May 19, 2022

Date of Accident
May 1, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

U.S. 82, Gainesville, Lamar County, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a collision that injured two people at US 82 in Lamar County, TX on May 1st, 2022. Police say the incident happened around 10:30 p.m. According to investigators, a Chevrolet HHR operated by a 42-year-old Paris, TX man was headed eastbound on US 82 when it lost control after suffering a right rear tire blow out. It then went into a skid and veered from the road, overturned and ejected both the driver and a 56-year-old male passenger. Officers allege the woman admitted to consuming alcohol prior to she and her passenger being hospitalized with serious injuries. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Chevrolet HHR
Road/Highway
US 82
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Chevrolet HHR lost control after a tire blow out, veered from the road and overturned

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