KAUFMAN, Texas — A 2012 Kaufman High School graduate was killed in an early Friday morning crash on State Highway (SH) 34 near Kaufman.
KAUFMAN, Texas — A 2012 Kaufman High School graduate was killed in an early Friday morning crash on State Highway (SH) 34 near Kaufman.
The crash occurred at approximately 5:30 a.m. on SH 34 just outside the city limits of Kaufman.
Preliminary investigation reveals a red Chevy S-10, driven by 23-year-old Jacob Jacquez of Kaufman, Texas, was driving southbound on SH 34 when he crossed over into the northbound lanes and struck another vehicle with a mother and her 5-year-old daughter inside, according to Texas Department of Public Safety Staff Sergeant Kyle Bradford.
The mother, identified as Komika Washington of Kaufman, Texas, attempted to take evasive action but could not avoid the collision, stated Bradford.
“Komika and her 5 year old daughter were transported to Kaufman Presbyterian Hospital and are both said to be in stable condition,” he said.
Jacquez was also transported to Kaufman Presbyterian Hospital where he died as a result of his injuries.
“The investigation is ongoing, and there is no indication at this time as to why Mr. Jacquez drove on the wrong side of State Highway 34,” stated Bradford.
