Minnesota Man Nicholas Schintgen Killed in Highway 69 Collision [Cherokee County, TX]

Cherokee County, TX (March 27, 2024) – 44-year-old Nicholas Schintgen of Minnesota was killed following a Highway 69 collision Friday.

Investigators said Nelson Terrell, 38, of Houston, was driving a southbound tractor-trailer at unsafe speeds when he lost control and struck the vehicle driven by Schintgen.

As a result, Schintgen’s vehicle veered off the west edge of the road and struck a tree. Police declared Schintgen deceased at the scene.

Troopers are still investigating this fatal collision.

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Sweet Lawyers would like to extend our sympathies to the loved ones of Nicholas Schintgen. Our hearts are with you through these trying times.

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Nicholas Schintgen Dies in Rusk Vehicle Crash

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