Bradly Lara Killed in Bowie County Two-Vehicle Crash on US 82 near US 259

Bowie County, Texas (August 16, 2021) – According to the Texas DPS, a man was killed Saturday morning in a two-vehicle crash in Bowie County.

The fatal crash happened around 7:00 a.m., August 14, on US 82, just west of US 259.

DPS said Bradly Lara, 44, of New Boston, was driving a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado westbound on the highway when he turned into a parking lot, failed to yield the right-of-way, and was struck by an eastbound 2001 Peterbilt truck-tractor towing a trailer, driven by Jason McManus, 42, of Columbia, La.

Lara was pronounced dead at the scene.

McManus was uninjured in the crash.

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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