Woman Injured in Gregg County Train Crash on Highway 31

Gregg County, Texas (March 24, 2021) – A woman was injured Tuesday afternoon after her car was struck by a train in Gregg County, according to a local news source.

The crash happened around 4:00 p.m., March 23, in the 2800 block of Highway 31, two miles outside of Longview.

DPS said the woman was driving a passenger car and was trying to beat a train when her car was hit by the train.

The woman was taken to the hospital with minor injuries.

No other details were provided.

The authorities 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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