Latricia Conn Injured in Sabine County Two-Vehicle Crash on US 96 near Bill Lowe Drive

Sabine County, Texas (May 7, 2021) – One person was injured in a two-vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon in Sabine County, according to the DPS.

The crash occurred around 12:15 p.m., May 5, on US 96, south of Bill Lowe Drive.

DPS said a 1999 International truck tractor semi-trailer was traveling southbound when it slowed down due to construction. A southbound 2006 GMC pickup truck failed to control its speed and rear-ended a trailer that was being towed by the semi-truck.

The GMC driver, Latricia Conn, 59, of Bronson, was taken to CHI St. Luke’s Hospital in Lufkin for treatment.

The semi-truck driver, Maikel Torres, 41, of Cypress, was uninjured in the crash.

The authorities are investigating the crash.

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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