At Least One Killed in Smith County Three-Vehicle Crash on Highway 31

Smith County, Texas (January 13, 2022) – At least one person was killed Wednesday night in a multi-vehicle crash in Smith County, according to a local news source.

The fatal crash happened just before midnight, January 12, on Highway 31 E., between County Road 233 (Jernigan Road) and Wildwood Drive.

According to the report, three vehicles were involved in the crash.

At least one person was killed in the crash.

The roadway was closed after the crash.

No other information was available.

The crash remains under investigation.

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