66-Year-Old Wayland Melton Killed in Magnolia Crash with Drunk Driver on Hardin Store Road

Magnolia, Texas (December 13, 2017) –  A drunk driver caused a deadly two-vehicle crash that killed a man heading home from church on Monday night in Magnolia, according to Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office.
The accident occurred at about 8:30 p.m. Monday, December 12 in the area of Hardin Store Road and Old Hardin Store Road.
Deputies said Travis Clepper, 27, was driving a silver pickup at a high rate of speed on Hardin Store Road when he crashed into the side of a Chevrolet pickup, causing it to flip. The Chevy turned upside down and caught fire.
The driver of the Chevy, Wayland Melton, 66, died at the scene.
Clepper was rescued from the wreckage and rushed to Memorial Hermann in Woodlands with serious injuries.
Many of the people driving behind Melton were members of his church and witnessed the crash.
Deputies said Clepper was heavily intoxicated at the time of the crash and is expected to face charges.
We extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.
If you have lost a loved one in an auto accident or as a result of another person’s wrongful conduct, contact Joel A. Gordon & Associates at 281-943-5555 for a free consultation. Our offices are conveniently located throughout Houston and Harris County. We also conduct regular travels in the region to meet with clients.