Charles Craig and Janice Craig Killed in Hopkins County Two-Vehicle Crash on SH 154

Hopkins County, Texas (November 9, 2021) – Two people were killed, and two others were injured Sunday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash in Hopkins County, according to the Texas DPS.

The fatal crash happened around 12:51 p.m., November 7, on State Highway 154, three miles east of Sulphur Springs.

DPS said Charles Craig,86, of Sulphur Springs, was driving a 2017 Nissan Murano and was attempting to exit a business driveway to get onto the highway when he failed to yield the right-of-way, and the Nissan was hit by a southbound 2020 Chevy Equinox.

Charles and his passenger, Janice Craig, 86, also of Sulphur Springs, were taken to the hospital, where they later died.

The Chevy driver and her passenger were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

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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