Texas

Tyler Chester Killed; Wilma Lane Injured in Accident at State Hwy 19 in Hopkins County, TX

Published on: April 22, 2022

Date of Accident
March 5, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Tyler Chester, Wilma Lane
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

State Hwy 19, Palestine, Hopkins County, TX, USA

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are investigating a crash that killed a person at State Hwy 19 in Hopkins County, TX on March 5th, 2022. Police say the incident happened around 9:59 p.m. Police say a Toyota Camry operated by 27-year-old Tyler Chester was headed northbound in a southbound lane of State Hwy 19. It then collided head-on with a southbound Chevrolet Malibu operated by 68-year-old Wilma Lane. Lane was seriously injured in the crash while Chester, who police believe may have been under the influence of alcohol, suffered fatal injuries. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Toyota Camry, Chevrolet Malibu
Road/Highway
State Hwy 19
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries (1), fatal injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Toyota Camry and Chevrolet Malibu collided

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