Turner Hartsfield and Johnnie Wagstaff Injured in Jasper Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 63 at CR 273

Jasper, Texas (October 11, 2021) – Two people were injured Wednesday morning in a two-vehicle crash just east of Jasper, according to the Texas DPS.

The crash happened just after 7:00 a.m., on October 6, in the area of Highway 63 and County Road 273.

DPS said a 1999 Freightliner was traveling eastbound on the highway while a 2007 Dodge Ram pickup truck was traveling northbound on CR 273.

The Dodge turned onto Highway 63 and into the path of the Freightliner, resulting in a collision.

The Freightliner overturned on the highway after the crash.

The Freightliner driver, Turner Hartsfield, 54, and the Dodge driver, Johnnie Wagstaff, 82, both of Jasper, were taken to Christus Jasper Memorial Hospital 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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