Three Injured in Johnson County Four-Vehicle Crash on FM 917 near Maxey Road; Abriella Payne Arrested

Johnson County, Texas (January 15, 2022) – Three people were injured Thursday morning in a DWI crash in Johnson County, according to troopers.

The crash happened around 10:30 a.m., January 13, on FM 917 near Maxey Road.

Troopers said Abriella Payne, 17, was driving a Chevy Tahoe in a one way ahead of a Dodge Charger. She veered into oncoming traffic and hit a Toyota Tacoma and then a Jeep Gladiator. The Tacoma then collided head-on with the Charger.

Payne was treated at the scene for minor injuries before being taken to the Johnson County jail. She has been charged with three counts of intoxication assault and unauthorized use of a motor vehicle.

The other three drivers were taken to the hospital for treatment. Two of them had to be airlifted and were listed in serious condition.

No other details were provided.

The crash remains under investigation.

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