74-Year-Old Driver Pronounced Dead after Two-Vehicle Collision near Henderson

RUSK COUNTY, TX (December 13, 2023) - James Pinkerton died Friday night and Charles Hebert was hurt in a tractor-trailer collision on U.S. Highway 79 on December 1st.
Around 4:45 p.m., police responded to the scene about four miles outside of Henderson.
Officers say a 2014 Wester Star Truck towing a trailer was traveling southwest, with Pinkerton following behind in a 2002 Toyota Echo. The truck driver executed a U-turn, resulting in a collision between Pinkerton's vehicle and the trailer.

The Toyota swerved off the road and collided with a culvert. Despite attempts to save him, 74-year-old Pinkerton was pronounced deceased by medics. Meanwhile, paramedics transported Pinkerton's passenger, 79-year-old Herbert, to UT Health for further medical attention.

Currently, an active investigation is underway to gather more information. Additional details will be provided once the investigation yields more information.

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No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. Deepest condolences and sympathies are with the family and friends of James Pinkerton.

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