Tanetrius Moten, Mesha Lamb Killed, Jose Macias Injured in 2-Car Crash in Rusk County

Tanetrius Moten, Mesha Lamb Killed and Jose Macias Injured in Rusk County Crash on Highway 315

Rusk County, Texas (June 4, 2018) – Two people were killed and another was injured in a two-car accident in Rusk County Saturday night, the Texas Department of Public Safety reported.
The deadly crash was reported at about 10:00 p.m. Saturday, June 2 on Highway 315, about five miles southwest of Mt. Enterprise.
According to the DPS report, Jose Macias, 44, of Houston, was driving a truck-tractor hauling a semi-trailer northeast on Highway 315 while Tanetrius Lashae Moten, 27, of Sherwood, Arkansas, was operating a car southwest on the same roadway.
Moten then tried to pass another vehicle in a no-passing zone and collided head-on with the semi.
Macias was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries.
Moten and her passenger, Mesha Lamb, 27, of Alexander, Arkansas, both died as a result of the accident.
Moten was pronounced dead at the scene. Her body was taken to Crawford Crim Funeral Home in Henderson. Lamb, 27, of Alexander, Arkansas, was transported to a local medical center where she succumbed to her injuries Monday morning. Her body was also taken to Crawford Crim Funeral Home.
An investigation into the accident is ongoing.
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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