Israel Soto Killed in Smith County Two-Vehicle Crash on US 69 near Lindale

Smith County, Texas (March 31, 2021) – One person was killed, and another was injured Friday night in a two-vehicle crash in Smith County, two miles south of Lindale, according to the DPS.

The fatal crash happened around 9:08 p.m., March 26, on US 69.

DPS said Israel Soto, 58, of Tyler, was driving a 2002 Toyota Camry southbound on the highway when he made an unsafe left turn into the path of a northbound 2003 Chevy Suburban, causing the vehicles to collide.

Soto was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Suburban driver, Deena Carole Turvaville, 58, of Lindale, was taken to a Tyler hospital for treatment.

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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