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In a heartbreaking turn of events, a 74-year-old man from Bowie lost his life in a devastating rollover wreck that occurred in Montague County. The incident took place just two miles north of Ringgold on US Highway 81 on a fateful Tuesday afternoon.
Details of the Accident
The fatal crash unfolded when a 2005 Ford Five Hundred was travelling north on US 81 and approached a sharp curve in the road. Sadly, the vehicle veered into the wrong lane, narrowly avoiding a collision with another car. In a panicked attempt to correct the course of the car, the 63-year-old driver overcorrected to the right, sending the vehicle into a dangerous side skid that ultimately led to it careening off the roadway.
The Ford crashed through a barbed wire fence, rolled onto its left side, and eventually came to a halt in an upright position. The driver, suffering from non-incapacitating injuries, was rushed to Nocona General Hospital for medical treatment. Tragically, the passenger, identified as 74-year-old James Hall, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigation Underway
The Texas Department of Public Safety, led by Sgt. Juan Gutierrez, is currently conducting a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the fatal wreck. The authorities are working tirelessly to piece together the events leading up to the tragic incident and determine the root cause of the accident.
Stay Updated
This story is still developing, and more information is expected to emerge in the coming days. For the latest updates and developments on this heartbreaking incident in Montague County, continue to follow Texoma’s Homepage for the most up-to-date news.
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