A tragic accident occurred on Saturday afternoon, June 28, when a 56-year-old man from Baytown lost his life in a single-vehicle crash. The incident took place on State Highway 146 (SH 146), just north of Moss Hill.
Details of the Incident
According to Sgt. Rob Willoughby, a supervisor for the Liberty County office of the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), the man was driving a 2014 Nissan Rogue in the southbound lane around 3:30 p.m.
For reasons that are still unknown, the driver left the roadway and collided with a large tree. It is believed that he never applied the brakes before the crash, leading authorities to suspect a possible medical emergency.
After hitting the tree, the vehicle spun and rolled over, eventually coming to rest on its roof in an eastside ditch. Unfortunately, the driver was partially ejected from the car during the rollover, which resulted in his death.
Investigation and Autopsy
Pct. 3 Justice of the Peace Cody Parrish arrived at the scene to conduct an inquest and ordered an autopsy. The man’s body was taken from the site by Neal Funeral Home.
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) launched an investigation into the accident, with Trooper Corey Prantil leading the inquiry. He was assisted by Troopers Brittany Sherman, Natalie Aguirre, and Sgt. Willoughby.
No Identity Released Yet
At the time of the report, the name of the deceased man was being withheld to allow his family to notify relatives. The community has expressed its condolences as authorities continue their investigation into the tragic event.
This unfortunate incident highlights the unpredictable nature of accidents and the importance of road safety. While the cause remains unclear, authorities continue to look into all possibilities.
