Cleveland – Jared Snell Dies in Head-on Crash on State Highway 105
Posted on Thursday, August 15th, 2019 at 10:53 am
The 35-year-old firefighter who died after getting involved in a vehicle crash on State Highway 105 has been identified by the Atascocita Fire Department, reports say.
According to the report, the victim was identified as Lt. Jared Snell, 35. He was a firefighter with Atascocita FD.
At around 8:00 p.m., DPS troopers received a notification alerting the officers about a vehicle accident near County Road 2266. An undescribed vehicle was reportedly traveling along the highway when it crashed into an 18-wheeler truck. The 18-wheeler truck, which was hauling highly concentrated apple juice, burst into flames following the impact.
Snell was pronounced deceased by emergency crews who responded to the scene. Authorities said he was on his way home when the accident happened.
Local authorities have yet to determine the cause of the crash. The investigation is still in progress.
We express our deepest condolences to the family and relatives of the deceased victim. May God grant you the strength you need to get through this difficult moment in your life. We strongly believe that authorities will do everything to bring those responsible to justice.
Some of the deadliest counties for car accidents in Texas are Harris, Dallas, and Tarrant. Among the 620,000 reported fatalities and injuries in the state, more than 4,000 cases were caused by a driver traveling at an unsafe speed.
Meanwhile, operators who tested positive for some type of drug are responsible for more than 500 cases that resulted in injuries. Following a fatal accident, it is important to be familiar with the rights you are entitled to. If you or your loved one is a victim in an accident caused by inattentive actions of another driver or other entity, you may have the right to file for compensation. In times like this, you would need a professional who can provide you with all the support you need as you go through this difficult time.
