Two Killed in Longview Five-Vehicle Crash at Highway 259 and Fourth Street

Longview, Texas (May 31, 2023) – Two people were killed Tuesday evening in a five-vehicle crash in Longview, according to the police.

The fatal crash happened around 5:00 p.m., May 30, at the intersection of Highway 259 and Fourth Street.

Police said five vehicles were involved in the crash.

Two people were killed in the crash. The identities of the victims have not been released.

The crash closed the intersection for about two hours.

No other details were provided.

The police are investigating the crash.

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