Rockport, TX — December 11, 2023, two people were injured in a truck accident at approximately 9:40 in the morning along State Highway 35.

According to reports, a 37-year-old man was traveling in a northbound 18-wheeler in the inside lane of State Highway 35 approaching the 12th Street intersection when the accident took place.

2 Injured in Truck Accident on S.H. 35 in Rockport, TX

Authorities indicate that, for unknown reasons, a Toyota Corolla at the 12th Street intersection attempted a left turn from eastbound 12th onto northbound S.H. 35 at an unsafe time. This resulted in a collision with the northbound 18-wheeler. The 37-year-old sole occupant of the semi reportedly incurred severe injuries as a result of the crash. The 24-year-old man from the Corolla sustained suspected moderate injuries. They were taken to local medical facilities in order to receive treatment.

The accident is under investigation by local authorities. Additional details pertaining to this incident—including the identities of those involved—are not available at this point in time. The investigation is ongoing.

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