One Killed in Duval County Two-Vehicle Crash on US 59

Duval County, Texas (June 8, 2021) – One person was killed Monday morning in a fiery two-vehicle crash in Duval County, according to the troopers.

The fatal crash happened just after 8:30 a.m., on June 7, on US 59, four miles west of Freer.

Troopers said a Mitsubishi was traveling northeast on the highway when it failed to maintain a single lane, traveled across the oncoming lane and onto the grassy shoulder where it struck a parked 18-wheeler.

The driver and the Mitsubishi became fully engulfed in flames after the crash.

The 18-wheeler also caught fire after the collision.

The Mitsubishi driver was killed in the crash. The victim’s identity has not been released.

The authorities are investigating the crash.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

While there are many causes of car accidents, the most common reasons of driver negligence include driver inattention; cell phone use; texting and driving; speeding; fatigue; failure to yield the right of way from a stop sign or private drive; running a red light; and driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs,” Attorney Joel A. Gordon said. Mr. Gordon believes that an independent investigation is important. An Attorney will help obtain the crash report, secure accident photos, interview witnesses, and create a claim.

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