Wrong-way crash on Hwy 36 near Lyons kills 1, injures 5

BURLESON CO., TX – A 28-year-old woman died, and several others were injured Monday in a wrong-way crash on Highway 36 in south-central Burleson County.

According to KBTX 3, the accident happened at night on Highway 36 just north of Lyons. This is about 94 miles northwest of Houston.

Police say that a northbound 2025 Honda Civic veered onto the southbound side of the highway and collided head-on with a 2016 Kia Optima.

A passenger in the Kia, identified as Asia Debrow, died at the scene of the crash.

Medics transported the driver of the Kia to an area hospital with undisclosed injuries. An air ambulance carried a seriously injured adult passenger to a hospital in Temple.

Two young boys from the Kia were also seriously injured and required hospitalization.

The wrong-way driver sustained minor injuries.

There’s no word yet regarding charges, but a full investigation is underway.

If you’ve lost a loved one in a Burleson County crash caused by a reckless driver, the legal process can help your family hold the liable party accountable for their actions. Don’t hesitate to reach out to the Texas wrongful death attorneys at The Benton Law Firm for guidance on navigating the legal process and seeking full recourse for your loss. Call us today at (214) 777-7777 or reach us online for a free case review.

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