Melanie Scott ID’d as Woman Killed in Parker County Crash at FM 51 and Old Springtown Road

Parker County, Texas (January 10, 2023) – The woman who died following a Monday morning traffic accident north of Weatherford in Parker County has been identified as Melanie Scott.

The deadly crash happened at around 7:30 a.m. Monday, January 9, at the intersection of Farm-to-Market Road 51 and Old Springtown Road, about four miles north of Weatherford.

According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, Scott was driving a Chevrolet Cobalt westbound when she tried to turn southbound on FM 51 and failed to yield right of way to oncoming traffic. An 18-wheeler traveling northbound on FM 51 hit the Cobalt on the driver’s side.

Scott was declared dead at the scene of the crash. A 10-year-old sustained incapacitating injuries and was taken to a hospital in Fort Worth.

The driver of the 18-wheeler was not injured.

The crash remains under investigation.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

There are many different reasons why automobile, pedestrian, 18-wheeler, and motorcycle accidents occur, including driver negligence, driver inattention, 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 under the influence of alcohol or drugs. While the factors listed above are the main causes of most accidents, there may also be other factors involved, which is why it’s important that an investigation be conducted before evidence disappears, especially in cases involving a fatality.  At Joel A. Gordon & Associates, we will act quickly to secure accident scene photos, interview witnesses, obtain police records, and secure other valuable evidence needed to win your case.  Call now for a free consultation.

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