2nd victim dies from injuries after Texas man drove stolen semitrailer into building, officials say

2024-12-24 21:18:18 source: category:News

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — A second person has died after a Texas semitrailer driver this month plowed a stolen 18-wheeler into a public safety office where his commercial license renewal had been rejected, authorities said Monday.

More than a dozen people were inside the building on April 12 when authorities say Clenard Parker, 42, intentionally rammed the truck into the Texas Department of Public Safety office in Brenham, a rural town outside Houston. One 78-year-old man died later the day after being taken to a hospital.

Cheryl Turner, 63, of Brenham was identified by state authorities as the second person to have died as a result of the crash.

Parker remained jailed in Washington County on charges that included murder, four counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and unauthorized use of a vehicle. Jail records do not list an attorney for Parker and the district clerk’s office said Monday it had no lawyer on file.

Authorities say Parker led law enforcement on a short chase before ramming the stolen semitrailer into the same public safety office where he had been told a day earlier that he was not eligible to renew his commercial driver’s license.

More:News

Recommend

Mechanic dies after being 'trapped' under Amazon delivery van at Florida-based center

A 42-year-old mechanic died after being "trapped" under an Amazon delivery van at a company distribu

What's New on Peacock in March 2024: Harry Potter, Kill Bill and More

You're coming to Peacock, Harry.In fact, the entire Harry Potter franchise will be available to watc

Dr. Phil causes stir on 'The View' with criticism about COVID school shutdowns

Dr. Phil McGraw caused a stir on "The View" after unexpectedly veering into criticizing COVID-19 sch