Patrick Morin Killed in Hit-and-Run on US 183 in Mills County; Kerry Coates “KC” Kavanaugh Arrested

Patrick Morin Killed in Hit-and-Run on US 183 in Mills County; Kerry Coates “KC” Kavanaugh Arrested

Patrick Morin Killed in Mills County Pedestrian Accident on US 183 near Goldthwaite; Kerry Coates “KC” Kavanaugh Arrested

Mills County, Texas (December 12, 2022) – A tow truck driver was killed in a hit-and-run accident Saturday evening in Mills County, according to the authorities.

The deadly accident occurred around 6:09 p.m., December 10, on US 183 near Goldthwaite.

Authorities said Patrick Morin, 61, was loading and securing a vehicle onto his tow truck when an unknown pickup truck failed to move over or slow down and struck him.

The pickup truck fled the scene after the accident.

Morin was pronounced dead at the scene.

The suspect, 38-year-old Kerry Coates “KC” Kavanaugh of Goldthwaite, was later arrested and has been charged with failure to stop and render aid resulting in death. He was booked into the Mills County Jail. A 2014 Toyota Tundra which was allegedly involved in the crash, was recovered.

The crash remains under investigation. Anyone with any information about the crash is asked to call DPS Waco Communications at 254-759-7131.

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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