Kyra Hoover Killed in Wilbarger County Two-Vehicle Crash on US 287

Wilbarger County, Texas (July 23, 2021) – A woman was killed on Wednesday in a two-vehicle crash in Wilbarger County, according to the DPS.

The crash happened around 3:00 p.m., July 21, on US 287, just outside of Oklaunion.

DPS said two vehicles were involved in the collision.

One of the drivers, Kyra McKinzee Hoover, 21, of Frederick, Oklahoma, was taken to United Regional in Wichita Falls where she later died.

The other driver, from Plano, was taken to Wilbarger General Hospital with serious injuries.

The crash closed northbound US 287 for about two hours.

The crash remains under investigation.

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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