Charles Westbrook III Killed in Newton County Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 87 near Trout Creek

Newton County, Texas (December 23, 2020) – One person was killed and another was injured in a two-vehicle crash early Tuesday morning in Newton County, 2 miles south of the Trout Creek Community, according to the DPS.

The fatal crash happened just after 5:00 a.m., December 22, on Highway 87.

DPS said Charles Westbrook III,42, of Jasper, was driving a 2006 Mazda passenger vehicle when he pulled out into the path of a southbound 2020 Chevrolet pickup truck, driven by Shaka Diaz Twine, 32, of Wiergate, resulting in a collision.

Westbrook was pronounced dead at the scene.

Twine was taken to Jasper Memorial Hospital with serious injuries.

The authorities are investigating the crash.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

While there are many causes of car accidents, the most common reasons for 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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