Shawn Lyndsey Killed in Coryell County Two-Vehicle Crash on FM 1783 near FM 116

Coryell County, Texas (July 24, 2021) – According to the Texas DPS, one person was killed Sunday afternoon in a head-on collision in Coryell County.

The fatal crash happened around 4:30 p.m., July 18, on FM 1783, west of FM 116.

DPS said a 16-year-old girl was driving a 2014 Dodge Ram pickup westbound when she crossed over the centerline on a curve and collided head-on with a 1997 Honda Civic driven by Shawn Eric Lyndsey, 45, of McGregor.

Lyndsey was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Dodge driver was taken to Coryell Memorial Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The troopers are 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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