Three Injured in Ellis County Multi-Vehicle Crash on Interstate 35

Ellis County, Texas (May 5, 2021) – According to the police, three people were injured Monday night in a multi-vehicle crash in Ellis County.

The crash occurred on May 3, on Interstate 35, near Johnson Road.

Police said three 18-wheelers flipped over, and the road median shifted in the crash. Two southbound trucks and a van, as well as another northbound 18-wheeler, were also involved in the crash.

Two southbound 18-wheelers were pushed into the center barrier of the interstate while the van was pushed into one of the trucks.

The northbound 18-wheeler was pushed off the roadway into a field.

Three people were pulled from the turned-over 18-wheelers. The victims were taken to the hospital for treatment. One of them had serious injuries.

The people in the van were uninjured in the crash.

No further details were provided.

The crash remains under investigation.

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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