Dylan-Michael Peter Edward Killed in Calhoun County Two-Vehicle Crash on SH 35 near Garza Road

Calhoun County, Texas (February 10, 2021) – Two people were killed Monday evening in a head-on collision in Calhoun County, according to the Texas DPS.

The fatal crash happened around 7:00 p.m., February 8, on State Highway 35 near Garza Road.

DPS said a 2009 GMC Sierra pickup truck was traveling northbound on the highway when it crossed the center line and crashed head-on into a southbound 2013 White Chrysler.

The GMC driver, Joseph Richard Wheeler, 57, of Port Lavaca, was taken to Memorial Medical Center and was later pronounced dead.

The Chrysler driver, Dylan-Michael Peter Edward, 28, of Livingston, was pronounced dead at the scene.

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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