Kenneth Woosley Hospitalized after Newton County Crash on Highway 87

Newton County, Texas (June 29, 2022) – A Newton man was injured in a collision between a car and an 18-wheeler late Tuesday morning in Newton County, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.

The crash happened at around 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 28, on Highway 87 in the Trout Creek Community.

DPS said William Nelson, 59, of Orange, was driving a 2020 Peterbilt truck northbound on Highway 87 when he slowed to make a turn. A 2011 Kia passenger car failed to slow down and crashed into the back of the trailer being pulled by the truck.

Woosley was taken to St Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont in unknown condition.

No further details about the crash were immediately provided.

The accident remains under investigation.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

There are many different reasons why automobile, 18-wheeler, and motorcycle accidents occur, including driver negligence, driver inattention, 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 under the influence of alcohol or drugs. While the factors listed above are the main causes of most accidents, there may also be other factors involved, which is why it’s important that an investigation be conducted before evidence disappears, especially in cases involving a fatality.  At Joel A. Gordon & Associates, we will act quickly to secure accident scene photos, interview witnesses, obtain police records, and secure other valuable evidence needed to win your case.  Call now for a free consultation.

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