The driver of the Ford Fusion was pronounced dead at the scene
Wood County, TX. – One person was killed in a two-vehicle collision on Wednesday afternoon in Wood County.
According to local police, the accident happened on Highway 69 at FM 779 at around 6 p.m.
A Ford Fusion was traveling northbound when it crossed the center lane and hit a concrete barrier before colliding head-on with a Ram pickup truck.
The driver of the Ford Fusion was pronounced dead at the scene.
It was not immediately clear whether speed or impairment played a role in the crash.
An investigation into the crash is ongoing.
Traffic-related injuries and fatalities remain a significant concern across Texas. According to the Texas Department of Transportation’s most recent annual crash report, there were 4,283 traffic deaths statewide in 2023, marking one of the highest totals in the nation. Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) also shows that large trucks were involved in thousands of fatal crashes nationwide in recent years.
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