Temple, TX - One Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash on Charter Oak Dr

Temple, TX (October 22, 2023) - A teenager was killed following a two-vehicle collision in the Temple area on Friday evening, October 20. 

The deadly crash occurred at the 3300 block of Charter Oak Drive at around 7:18 p.m. A 17-year-old was driving a truck headed southbound as a Ford Expedition sport-utility vehicle was headed north. The two vehicles collided head-on at the scene. 

The driver of the truck suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead by responding paramedics. The woman driving the Ford and three children traveling in the SUV were hurt, and all four were transported to Baylor Scott and White Hospital for treatment of sustained injuries. 

No additional information has been provided at this time. 

Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing crash investigation. 

We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.

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