Texas

Two People Killed in Accident at I-35 in Gainesville, TX

Date of Accident
February 20, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-35, Gainesville, TX, USA

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that injured a driver at I-35 in Gainesville, TX on February 20th, 2024. Police say the incident happened when a passenger sedan struck the rear of a semi-truck sitting disabled in a northbound lane of travel. The collision is said to have caused the occupants of the passenger vehicle, a 19-year-old Sanger driver and a 22-year-old passenger, from the vehicle. The two individuals suffered fatal injuries at the scene, reports say. Reports also say the truck was unoccupied at the time. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Passenger Car, Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
I-35
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Passenger car collided with a disabled semi-truck, ejecting the occupants from the vehicle.

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