Ervin Allen Killed in Navarro County Two-Vehicle Crash on Interstate Highway 45

Navarro County, Texas (March 30, 2021) – One person was killed Saturday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash in Navarro County, according to the Texas DPS.

The fatal crash was reported around 2:42 p.m. March 27, on Interstate Highway 45, north of SE CR 1010.

According to a preliminary investigation, a white 2017 Peterbilt truck tractor towing a white 2012 Fontaine flatbed semi-trailer was parked on the right northbound shoulder of the freeway. A northbound red 2007 Ford 500 passenger car veered into the right shoulder, for unknown reasons, and rear-ended the semi-trailer.

The Ford driver, Ervin Allen, 81, of Scurry, was pronounced dead at the scene.

No other injuries were reported 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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