Bridget Stinson Killed, 3 Hurt in 2-Vehicle Crash in Cherokee County
Bridget Stinson Killed and 3 Injured in Cherokee County Crash on U.S. 84 near Reklaw
Bridget Stinson Killed, 3 Hurt in 2-Vehicle Crash in Cherokee County
Cherokee County, Texas (June 2, 2018) – One person was killed and three other people were injured in a two-car accident in Cherokee County Friday afternoon.
According to the Department of Public Safety, the crash was reported to at around 1:20 p.m. Friday, June 1 on U.S. 84, four miles west of the city of Reklaw.
Cole Falzerano, 19, of Milford, was driving a 2015 Ford F-150 eastbound on U.S. 84 when they allegedly passed in a no passing zone and was hit by a westbound 2013 Hyundai Veloster operated by Bridget Stinson, 46, of Rusk.
According to the DPS, Stinson was declared deceased at the scene. There were two other passengers in the Ford, 18-year-old Lindsey Fannin of Rusk and a 2-year-old child. Fannin was taken to UT-Health East Texas, Tyler and the child was taken to Children’s – Dallas. Stinson was transported to the Wallace Thompson Funeral in Rusk.
Falzerano was taken to UT-Health East Texas, Tyler.
An investigation into the crash is 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.
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