Center – Denarius Penson Hospitalized Following a Construction Accident on Highway 96
Posted on Friday, June 7th, 2019 at 5:43 am
A Houstan man suffered from serious injuries after getting struck by an International Water Truck on US 96 near EZ Mart convenience store.
The victim was identified as Denarius Penson, of Houston. Police said that Penson was directing traffic on Highway 96 when the driver of the truck backed over him. Emergency crews immediately transported Penson to Nacogdoches Medical Center in Center where he received proper medical treatment. However, he was then airlifted to a hospital in Shreveport for further care. His condition remains unknown at this time.
The driver of the truck, identified as Joe Williamson, was not hurt. He was a resident of Lukin.
Authorities said that there are no charges expected to be file.
The crash remains under investigation.