Hunter Thompson Killed, Cesar Casillas Arrested in Accident on Old Union Road [Lufkin, TX]

Hunter Thompson Identified in Fatal Accident Involving DUI Driver on Old Union Road in Lufkin

 
LUFKIN, TX (October 11, 2022) – Police confirmed the death of 24-year-old Hunter Thompson of Lufkin following a motorcycle accident on Old Union Road on October 6.
 
According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, the collision happened near the Great Oaks Apartments around 10:00 AM.
 
Based on a report, Thompson was leaving the apartment at the time of the crash. At that time, a GMC pickup truck crossed the median lane of the road and hit his motorcycle head-on.
 
As a result, emergency crews pronounced Thompson dead at the scene.
 
According to Lufkin police, the driver of the GMC, Cesar David Del Villar Casillas, 35, of Lufkin was taken into custody for intoxication manslaughter.
 
As of now, the crash remains under investigation. In addition, no other details are available.

We send our sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of Hunter Thompson.

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