Burkeville– Woodville Woman Hurt in Car Collision on State Highway 63
Posted on Wednesday, May 15th, 2019 at 8:10 am
Minor injuries were reported after a solo-vehicle crash on State Highway 63 in Newton County, Sunday afternoon.
At around 4:00 p.m., Texas Department of Public Safety officials responded to SH 63 after receiving a call reporting a crash. According to initial reports, a 2014 Nissan passenger vehicle was heading west on the highway it left the roadway and ended up in a water filled ditch. The driver of the vehicle, identified as Patsy Treadway, of Woodville, was injured from the crash. She was rushed to Jasper Memorial Hospital via ambulance with injuries that were not considered life-threatening.
No other vehicles were involved in the incident.
Treadway told local investigators that she fell asleep while behind the wheel.
An investigation is still in progress.
We are deeply saddened for the family and loved ones of the injured victim. Our prayers and thoughts are with them. We strongly believe that the Burkeville Police Department will do everything to bring those responsible to justice.
Texas is among the states in the US that have the most car accidents which involved injuries and fatalities every year. Some of the common factors contributing to the rising cases of collisions in the area include the worsening traffic situation, weather conditions, and poor driving habits.
Bad driving habits are the greatest cause of a fatal crash. It can be lethal to the person behind the wheel, as well as the drivers on the road. Drivers who do not use their signal to change lanes or those who do not secure their blind spots before shifting direction are more likely to be involved in an accident. Some of the most dangerous driving habits include speeding, unsafe lane change, tailgating, and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If you or someone you love has been a victim of a car accident with a negligent driver, you have a right to fair compensation for the trauma you experienced and the injuries you have suffered.