Teen dies in crash trying to avoid driver who crossed into lane, Hays County troopers say

A 16-year-old boy was killed in a crash in Hays County after attempting to avoid hitting a car who went into his lane, troopers said.

HAYS COUNTY, Texas - A 16-year-old boy was killed in a Hays County crash after attempting to avoid hitting a car who went into his lane, troopers said.

Texas DPS said on Feb. 27, around 9:20 p.m., troopers responded to a crash on McGregror Lane near Martin Rd. in Hays County.

Preliminary information revealed a 2007 Highlander, driven by a 16-year-old, was heading north on McGregor Lane. For an unknown reason, another vehicle traveling south on McGregor crossed into the northbound lane in a no passing zone.

In an attempt to avoid being hit, the car driven by the 16-year-old swerved off the road. After swerving off the road, a branch went into the windshield and hit the driver. The 16-year-old was pronounced dead, troopers said.

The investigation is ongoing and DPS is asking if anyone has any information involving this incident to contract the Texas Department of Public Safety.

Hays County Crime and Public Safety