Smith County- Wrong way collision on Highway 64
Posted on Friday, January 4th, 2019 at 10:55 am
The Texas Department of Public Safety is still investigating a car accident the left one person hospitalized and another dead on Highway 64, Friday.
According to initial reports, at around 11:07 p.m., a 2014 Dodge Ram pickup was heading west on the eastbound lanes of State Highway 64 when it collided with an eastbound 2006 Ford Focus. The impact of the collision instantly killed the driver of the Ford Focus. He was identified as David D. Nelson, 43, of Tyler.
The driver of Dodge Ram sustained injuries and was taken to UT Health in serious condition. He was later identified as Caleb Marsh, 21, of Rusk.
Authorities are still determining why Nelson was driving on the wrong side of the road.
The investigation is underway.
With sincerest sympathies, we offer our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased. We strongly believe that the Smith County Police Department will do everything to bring those responsible to justice.
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.
