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DPS: Woman driving the wrong way on Highway 73 dies in crash that kills another woman
By CBS / Sinclair at KFDM (CBS / Sinclair) - Local News
· July 6, 2026
· 1 min read
A horrific head-on crash the DPS says was caused by a wrong-way driver on Highway 73 has claimed her life and the life of a woman in the other car.The DPS responded to the crash at about 9;15 p.m. Saturday, July 4 near t
Key takeaway The DPS responded to the crash at about 9;15 p.
Why this matters in The Beaumont
The tragic loss of life on Highway 73 serves a stark warning about the dangers of wrong-way driving in our community. This incident, occurring on a major thoroughfare in the Beaumont -Port Arthur area, raises concerns about the safety of our local roads. The fact that it happened on a Saturday night, a time when many are out and about, underscores the need for increased vigilance on our part as drivers. As the investigation into this crash continues, local residents should be aware of the potential risks associated with driving at night, especially on highways like Highway 73, which connects several major population centers in Southeast Texas. The community will be watching to see if any changes are made to improve safety on this stretch of road, and if any additional measures will be taken to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: KFDM (CBS / Sinclair) - Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A horrific head-on crash the DPS says was caused by a wrong-way driver on Highway 73 has claimed her life and the life of a woman in the other car.The DPS responded to the crash at about 9;15 p.m. Saturday, July 4 near t
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