Richard Colburn Killed in Orange Two-Vehicle Crash on Martin Luther King Drive

Orange, Texas (October 28, 2021) – One person was killed and another was injured Wednesday evening in a two-vehicle crash in Orange, according to the police.

The fatal crash happened around 5:30 p.m., October 27, in the 7600 block of Martin Luther King Drive.

Authorities said a white 2009 Chevrolet pickup truck was t-boned by a multi-colored 2005 Ford SUV.

The Chevrolet driver, Richard Colburn, 75, of Orange, had to be extricated from his vehicle. He was airlifted to St Elizabeth Hospital in Beaumont, where he later died. He was a local fishing guide.

The Ford driver was taken to St. Elizabeth Hospital with minor injuries.

The Orange Police Department is investigating the crash.

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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