1 Killed in Hunt County Two-Vehicle Crash on SH 66 near FM 157

Hunt County, Texas (August 29, 2020) – One person was killed Thursday evening in a head-on collision in Hunt County, according to the Texas DPS.

The fatal crash occurred at about 6:47 p.m., August 27, on State Highway 66, just north of FM 1570.

According to a preliminary investigation, a white Ford Explorer was traveling southwest on the highway while a Freightliner truck tractor was traveling northwest.

The Ford driver veered into the northwest lane, for unknown reasons, and crashed head-on into the Freightliner.

The Ford driver was pronounced dead at the scene. Their identity has not been released.

No other information was available.

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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