11-Month Old Killed, 3 Injured in 3-Vehicle Crash On SH 64W near CR 423

Child Killed and 3 Hospitalized in Tyler Crash on SH 64W near CR 423

Tyler, Texas (December 28, 2017) – A child was killed and 3 other victims hospitalized following a 3-vehicle collision in Tyler Wednesday evening, troopers said.
The deadly crash happened at about 5:37 p.m. Wednesday, December 27, on SH 64W near CR 423
According to Department of Public Safety Troopers, a maroon 2004 Jeep Liberty, driven by 36-year-old Tyler man, was traveling west on SH 64W in the left lane when, for an unknown reason, it drove into the right lane, hitting a red 1996 Mazda Protege. The collision caused the Jeep to veer to the left and drove into the eastbound side of SH 64W, where it was hit on the driver’s side by a white 2006 Toyota Tundra.
The jeep had four child occupants, they both suffered unspecified injuries and were taken by an ambulance to East Texas Medical center in Tyler for treatment where an 11-month-old child was later declared dead.
The driver of the Toyota, a 43-year-old Tyler man, was also taken East Texas Medical Center for treatment of injuries sustained in the crash.
No other injuries were reported in the crash.
The roadway was temporarily shut down as a result of the incident but has reportedly reopened.
No other details regarding the crash were immediately available, but an investigation remained underway.
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.