Kimmie Chandler, Two Children, and Deputy Injured in Vidor Two-Vehicle Crash on FM 105

Vidor, Texas (January 3, 2021) – Four people, including a deputy, were injured Saturday night in a two-vehicle crash in Vidor, according to the Texas DPS.

The crash happened around 8:30 p.m., January 2, on FM 105 near Turning Point Church.

Troopers said Kimmie Chandler, 31, of Vidor, was driving a Chevrolet sedan when she pulled out of a convenience store parking lot and directly into the path of an Orange County Sheriff’s deputy, resulting in a collision.

The deputy was traveling northbound and was responding to a call when the crash happened.

Chandler and her 7-year-old son were taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Her 4-year-old daughter was airlifted to the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston with serious injuries.

The deputy was also taken to a local hospital with minor injuries.

The crash remains under investigation.

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.

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