27-Year-Old Man Killed in Rusk County Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 315

Rusk County, Texas (August 19, 2020) – A 27-year-old Louisiana man was killed in a head-on collision Tuesday afternoon in Rusk County, according to DPS.

The fatal crash happened around 1:30 p.m., August 18, on Highway 315.

DPS said the man was driving a 2016 Ford F-250 towing a trailer southwest on the highway when he veered into the northbound traffic and collided head-on with an 18-wheeler.

The Ford driver was pronounced dead at the scene.

The driver of the 18-wheeler was taken to CHRISTUS Trinity Mother Frances Hospital in Tyler in serious condition.

The crash remains under investigation.

We pass our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

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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