Rebecca Lindsey Killed in Cherokee County Two-Vehicle Crash on US 69

Cherokee County, Texas (July 15, 2021) – According to the Texas DPS, one person was killed Wednesday morning in a two-vehicle crash in Cherokee County.

The fatal crash happened around 10:40 a.m., July 14, on US-69, approximately 4.8 miles south of Alto city.

DPS said a 2007 Chrysler 300 was traveling southbound in the outside lane of the highway when it changed lanes and rear-ended a trailer that was being towed by a 2018 Kenworth truck-tractor.

The Chrysler driver, Rebecca Stone Lindsey, 72, of Alto, was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Kenworth driver, Edward Rhodes, 52, of Nacogdoches, was uninjured in the crash.

The crash remains under investigation.

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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