38-Year-Old Man Killed in Ellis County Dump Truck Crash on FM 55 at Tees Road

Ellis County, Texas (September 15, 2020) – A 38-year-old man was killed in a two-vehicle crash Monday morning in rural Ellis County, outside of Waxahachie, according to the Texas DPS.

The fatal crash happened at about 7:30 a.m., September 14, on FM 55 at Tees Road, south of the Avalon community.

Troopers said an SUV was heading southbound on FM 55 when it slowed down to turn left onto Tees Road and was hit on the driver’s side by a dump truck.

The SUV driver was killed in the crash. His name has not been released.

The dump truck driver was taken to the hospital with unknown injuries.

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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