Officer Austin Guerrero Injured in Kirbyville Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 96

Kirbyville, Texas – A Jasper County Sheriff’s Office Deputy was injured Saturday night in a two-vehicle crash in Kirbyville, according to the authorities.

The crash happened around 6:45 p.m., January 6, on Highway 96.

Authorities said a 2016 Chevrolet pickup made a left turn into the Sonic and hit the deputy’s vehicle.

The deputy, 28-year-old Austin Guerrero of Nederland, was taken to Jasper Memorial Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The Chevrolet driver, 64-year-old Burk Cooper of Kirbyville, was uninjured in the crash.

The Texas Department of Public Safety is investigating the accident.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

There are many different reasons why automobile, pedestrian, 18-wheeler, bicycle, 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.

To speak with an attorney Click to call: 281-943-5555.