Edward Campbell Killed in Jasper Pedestrian Accident on US 96 near CR 249

Jasper, Texas (February 22, 2022) – A Golden Triangle man was fatally struck by a vehicle early Monday morning, just north of Jasper, according to the Texas DPS.

The deadly accident happened around 5:30 a.m., February 21, on U.S. Highway 96 North, just north of County Road 249 near the Old Miller’s Store.

DPS said Billy Rogers, 58, of Newton, was driving a 2015 Toyota SUV northbound when he struck 52-year-old Edward Campbell, who walked onto the highway from a private driveway.

Campbell was pronounced dead at the scene.

No other information was provided.

The Texas DPS is investigating the crash.

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