Regena Avila Killed, Allen Scott Jr and Aaron Dorsey Injured in Upshur County Two-Vehicle Crash at SH 300 and FM 726

Upshur County, Texas (November 13, 2021) – One person was killed, and two others were injured Friday morning in a two-vehicle crash in Upshur County, according to the Texas DPS.

The fatal crash happened around 8:36 a.m., November 12, at the intersection of State Highway 300 and FM 726.

DPS said Regena D. Avila, 52, of Gilmer, was driving a 2003 Toyota Avalon westbound on FM 726 when she ran the stop sign at the intersection and was struck by a 2014 Peterbilt truck-tractor towing a trailer that was traveling northwest on SH 300.

Avila was pronounced dead at the scene.

A passenger in the Avalon, Aaron L. Dorsey, 32, of Gilmer, was taken to UT Health East Texas – Tyler in critical condition.

The Peterbilt driver, Allen Scott Jr., 48, of Kilgore, was taken to Longview Regional Medical Center for treatment.

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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