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Texas DPS Trooper seriously injured, driver killed in head-on crash in West Texas
By Amber Kite at FOX 26 Houston (KRIV)
· June 24, 2026
· 1 min read
A Texas Department of Public Safety trooper was seriously injured and a pickup truck driver was killed Tuesday morning in a head-on crash on U.S. Highway 67 in Brewster County, authorities said.
Key takeaway Highway 67 in Brewster County, authorities said.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
The serious injury of a Texas DPS trooper in a head-on crash in West Texas brings attention to the risks faced by law enforcement on rural highways. While the incident occurred outside of Montgomery County, it resonates with local residents who rely on state troopers to patrol highways and respond to emergencies in the Magnolia area. The crash on U.S. Highway 67 serves as a somber reminder of the dangers inherent in patrolling vast stretches of rural roads, where high speeds and limited visibility can contribute to severe accidents. As the community in Magnolia sends its thoughts to the injured trooper and the family of the deceased driver, it also acknowledges the crucial role that DPS troopers play in maintaining public safety on local roads and highways. The incident may prompt local officials to review highway safety measures and collision prevention strategies in Montgomery County.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A Texas Department of Public Safety trooper was seriously injured and a pickup truck driver was killed Tuesday morning in a head-on crash on U.S. Highway 67 in Brewster County, authorities said.
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