Monica Arthur of Tatum killed in Highway 149 vehicle crash [Gregg County, TX]

Gregg County, TX (May 16, 2023) – On Sunday, Monica Arthur, 53, of Tatum, sustained fatal injuries in a Highway 149 vehicle crash.

Texas DPS officer said Arthur was westbound in her 2000 Honda Accord at about 1:30 p.m. 

At the same time, Jaidon Gentry, 20, of Longview, was eastbound on the same freeway in a 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche.

Officers said that preliminary investigation showed that Gentry began to turn onto Younger Road but didn’t yield the right of way to Arthur who was driving through the intersection. Her vehicle collided with his as he turned in front of her car.

Immediately, the paramedics rushed Arthur to a Longview hospital where she died.

Gentry, who was wearing a seatbelt was rushed to Longview Regional Hospital with non-incapacitating injuries.

Officers are investigating

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Sweet Lawyers express sympathies to the bereaved family of Monica Arthur. Our hearts are with you through these trying times.

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Traffic Collisions Are Devastating

Around 20-50 million people are involved in road accidents yearly. However, not everyone properly knows about the things you should do next after a fatal accident.

In fact, the most valuable step you can take in response to the Gregg County vehicle collision is hiring an expert attorney.

Moreover, the legal and financial damage that comes from unforeseen loss is tough to juggle while mourning. Yet, the days and months following a tragedy are the most precarious.

Speak With Our Legal Professionals

Nobody wants to be in a traffic accident. That is why we encourage the family and community of Monica Arthur to reach out to Sweet Lawyers‘ team of legal experts.

Indeed, it is unbearable to mourn a loved one while dealing with the most granular legal affairs.

We at Sweet Lawyers promise that our attorneys will fight day and night to achieve the justice and compensation you and your family deserve.

Call our offices at (800) 674 7852 for a free consultation with a professional in your area. Speak with our legal team about how a legal claim can help you cope with the aftermath of the Highway 149 vehicle crash.