Jason Leigh Winkler Killed in Wichita County Truck Accident on Highway 82 near FM 258

Wichita County, Texas (July 10, 2020) – A man was killed Tuesday night in a two-vehicle crash in Wichita County, according to a local news source.

The fatal crash happened around 10:04 p.m. on July 7, on Highway 82 East between FM 258 and Turkey Ranch Road.

According to the report, Jason Leigh Winkler, 42, of Kamay, was driving a 2006 Dodge pickup truck eastbound in the right lane while a semi-truck was also heading eastbound in the right lane.

The semi-truck then slowed down to turn into a business and was rear-ended by the Dodge.

The Dodge caught fire and completely burned.

Winkler was pronounced dead at the scene.           

The crash remains under investigation.

We pass our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Jason Leigh Winkler.

Commercial trucks are known to cause over 90% of accidents in Houston. These truck drivers must understand that their actions majorly contribute to most of the accidents on the roads. It is also important for others on the same roads with truck drivers to understand that maximum precaution should be taken while driving near trucks. While small mistakes like ignoring the turn signal prior to turning may cause accidents, major causes of these accidents are rooted in other factors like exhaustion on the part of truck drivers. If the reasons for the crash are anchored to the failure of following the right turn or driving at a speed that is not legally recommended, a wrongful death lawyer will be useful in such scenarios. 

If you have lost a loved one in an accident with a huge truck, it is advisable to get a lawyer who will facilitate the process of compensation.

Our attorneys at  Joel A. Gordon & Associates will fight for you.

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