Ricky Featherston Killed, Polly Featherson and Roger Huff Injured, Ariana Vasquez Arrested in Franklin County Accident

Ricky Featherston Killed, Polly Featherson and Roger Huff Injured, Ariana Vasquez Arrested in Franklin County Accident
Ricky Featherston Killed, Polly Featherson and Roger Huff Injured, Ariana Vasquez Arrested in Franklin County Accident

70-Year-Old Ricky Featherston Identified in Fatal Multi-Vehicle Crash in Franklin County

 
FRANKLIN COUNTY, TX (July 10, 2024) – Officials identified 70-year-old Ricky Featherston of Ben Wheeler who died in a crash on Highway 37 on June 16.
 
According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, the collision happened just north of Mt Vernon around 8:30 AM. Based on a report, Ricky Featherston was driving a 2014 Harley Davidson motorcycle northbound on the highway before the crash.
 
The victim was with two other motorcyclists. At the same time, 20-year-old Ariana Vasquez of Mt. Pleasant was driving a passenger car southbound on the highway. Due to unknown reasons, Vasquez crossed over into oncoming traffic and struck two of the motorcycles. This caused the other motorcycle to take evasive action and veer off the roadway.
 
As a result, Ricky Featherston suffered grave injuries and died in the incident.
 
The other riders, 40-year-old Polly Featherson and 48-year-old Roger Huff sustained injuries.
 
Officials arrested Vasquez for intoxication, manslaughter, and intoxication assault.
 
As of now, an investigation into the case is ongoing. In addition, no other details are available.


We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Ricky Featherston.


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