Sylvia Keiter Killed, Sherri Beeson and Justin Woods Injured in Smith County Accident on IH-20

Smith County, Texas (May 22, 2018) – One person was killed and two other people were injured in a pedestrian accident in Smith County Saturday morning, according to a local news source.
The crash was reported at around 12:30 a.m. Saturday, May 19 on IH-20, 0.1 miles west of mile marker 621 in Harrison County.
As per the reports, Brian Keith Woods, 48, was driving a 2002 Chevrolet Silverado pickup westbound on IH-20 in the outside lane while a 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee was legally parked, with its flashers activated, on the shoulder of the road near a concrete barrier facing west.
Three pedestrians were standing on the shoulder trying to render aid to a driver who had been in a previous accident.
Woods traveled on the shoulder and hit the back and left side of the Jeep Grand Cherokee. The impact caused the jeep to spun, causing the three pedestrians to be struck.
Justin Woods, 18 of Frierson and Sherri Beeson, 41, of Winona, were taken to LSU Shreveport by Marshall EMS with serious injuries.
Sylvia Marie Keiter, 25, of Shreveport was killed.
Brian Keith Woods was taken to Christus GSMC by the investigating Trooper and was later booked into the Harrison County Jail.
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.
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