Three Injured in Potter County Two-Vehicle Crash on FM 1061

Potter County, Texas (June 5, 2021) – Three people were injured on Friday in a two-vehicle crash in Potter County, according to the Texas DPS.

The crash happened on June 4, on FM 1061.

DPS said a passenger vehicle was traveling southbound on the highway behind a pickup truck.

The driver of the passenger vehicle failed to control their speed and rear-ended a pickup truck that had slowed down to turn into a private drive.

Two people were airlifted to the hospital in critical condition. A third victim was taken to the hospital by ambulance.

The crash closed the highway, and motorists were urged to avoid the area.

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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