Two Pronounced Dead after Three-Vehicle Crash near Henderson

RUSK COUNTY, TX (November 22, 2023) – Early Thursday evening, Jonathan Holland and Addison Shepard were killed in a crash on Highway 79.

The incident occurred around 5:30 p.m., near Henderson on November 2nd.

Per reports, 18-year-old Holland was driving a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado with his passenger, 10-year-old Shepard.

Meanwhile, 36-year-old Brianne Nicole Shutter was driving a 2019 Jeep Wrangler. The Chevy then slowed down to make a left turn when Shutter was unable to slow down in time.

As a result, the Jeep rear-ended the Chevy. Upon impact, the Chevy was pushed into the westbound lanes where it hit a 2018 Ram 2500 pickup-truck that was towing a trailer.

Medics arrived and pronounced Holland and Shepard dead at the scene.

Meanwhile, paramedics transported 36-year-old Shutter to Christus Mother Frances Hospital. In addition, Shutter’s passenger was transported to LSU Hospital for treatment.

Our deepest condolences and sympathies are with the family and friends of Jonathan Holland and Addison Shepard. May you find comfort and strength during this devastating time.

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