64-Year-Old Morris Jefferson Killed in Groom Two-Vehicle Crash on I-40

Groom, Texas (February 23, 2020) – One person was killed, and two others were injured in a two-vehicle crash Friday afternoon, west of Groom, according to the DPS.

The fatal crash occurred around 4:15 p.m., February 21, on Interstate 40.

DPS said Morris Jefferson, 64, of Philadelphia, was driving a Jeep eastbound on the interstate while a semi-truck was traveling westbound.

For unknown reasons, the semi crossed over the center median into the eastbound lanes and hit the Jeep.

Jefferson was pronounced dead at the scene.

The driver and passenger of the semi, both from Fresno, California, were taken to Northwest Texas Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The Texas Highway Patrol Troopers are investigating the crash.

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

Commercial trucks are known to cause over 90% of accidents in Houston. These truck drivers must understand that their actions majorly contribute to most of the accidents on the roads. It is also important for others on the same roads with the truck drivers to understand that maximum precaution should be taken while driving near trucks. While small mistakes like ignoring the turn signal prior to turning may cause accidents, major causes of these accidents are rooted in other factors like exhaustion on the part of truck drivers. If the reasons for the crash are anchored to the failure of following the right turn or driving at a speed that is not legally recommended, a personal injury lawyer or a wrongful death lawyer will be useful in such scenarios. 

If you have lost a loved one in an accident with a huge truck, it is advisable to get a lawyer who will facilitate the process of compensation.

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