Jaylon Kurt Harrison Killed in Car Crash on I-10 in Orange County

Jaylon Kurt Harrison Killed in Car Crash on I-10 in Orange County

Jaylon Kurt Harrison Killed in Orange County Two-Vehicle Crash on Interstate 10 near Doty Road

Orange County, Texas (October 21, 2020) – One person was killed, and two others were injured in a two-vehicle crash on Tuesday in Orange County, according to the Texas DPS.

The deadly crash happened around 5:50 a.m., October 20, on Interstate 10, near Doty Road.

DPS said a 3/4-ton Dodge pickup truck towing a car hauler with three vehicles was traveling westbound on the interstate. The Dodge driver said his vehicle experienced mechanical issues and was partially disabled in the left lane of traffic. He exited the Dodge to check on the mechanical issue when the trailer portion of his vehicle was struck by a Chevrolet pickup truck.

The Dodge driver, 57-year-old Jose Soriano of Houston, was taken to a local hospital with serious injuries.

The Chevrolet driver, 46-year-old Richard Thibeaux of Louisiana, was taken to St. Elizabeth hospital with serious injuries.

The front passenger of the Chevrolet, 21-year-old Jaylon Kurt Harrison of Broussard, La., was pronounced dead at the scene.

The crash closed all westbound lanes of Interstate 10.

The crash remains under investigation.

We pass our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Jaylon Kurt Harrison.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

While there are many causes of car accidents, the most common reasons for 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.

To speak with an attorney, Click to call: 281-943-5555.

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