Brenna McClaran Killed in Van Zandt County Two-Vehicle Crash on SH 19

Van Zandt County, Texas (November 2, 2021) – One person was killed Friday afternoon in a head-on collision in Van Zandt County, according to the troopers.

The crash happened around 2:00 p.m., October 29, on State Highway 19.

Troopers said a 2016 Toyota Corolla was traveling southbound on the highway when it passed a vehicle on the shoulder. The Corolla driver then lost control of the car, traveled into the northbound lane, and crashed head-on into a 2020 Freightliner truck-tractor towing a semi-trailer.

The Corolla driver, Brenna McClaran, 33, of Arlington, was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Freightliner driver, Charles Hand Jr., 58, of Kennesaw, GA, was uninjured in the crash.

The troopers are investigating the crash.

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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