Thursday, September 26, 2024
A crash that occurred on State Highway 36 near Flat on the evening of Thursday, July 25 left one person dead, according to a statement from the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS).
The incident occurred at approximately 6:08 p.m. on Highway 36 near CR-334, just east of Flat.
According to DPS, a Hino L6, a medium-duty truck designed for commercial use, was traveling eastbound when it left its lane of travel and crashed into a tree. The reason for the crash is unknown.
DPS said the driver of the truck, 51-year-old Mark McCartney of Moody, was pronounced dead at the scene. Next of kin have been notified.
No other vehicles or passengers are mentioned in the DPS report. The investigation is active and ongoing.
“When driving, it’s important to pay attention to your lane position,” DPS said in a statement. “Knowing where you are on the roadway can possibly prevent a crash.”
Coryell County Sheriff’s Office deputies, the Flat Fire Department, and EMS personnel also responded to the crash scene. The sheriff’s office reported via social media that the scene was cleared by 9 p.m. on Thursday.
