Angelina County, TX – This morning, Highway 59 North was the scene of a devastating multi-vehicle collision that claimed the life of 43-year-old David Martin. The accident occurred just outside Lufkin city limits, shocking both motorists and residents along one of the area’s busiest arteries.
According to a preliminary report from the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), Martin was driving a Ford truck with a camper attached when, for reasons still undetermined, his vehicle veered off the roadway and crashed into a concrete barrier. Despite the efforts of first responders, Martin was pronounced dead at the scene.
The impact caused significant delays for northbound traffic, prompting authorities to divert vehicles around the scene as investigators and emergency crews worked to clear the wreckage. The presence of the camper added complexity to recovery operations, as responders had to carefully assess the vehicle’s condition before safely removing it from the roadway.
Witnesses described the moment with heavy hearts. “One moment, he was just another car driving by,” one motorist recalled. “Then it happened so quickly. It’s a stark reminder of how fast things can change.”
Texas DPS troopers are leading the investigation, focusing on potential factors such as road conditions, vehicle speed, mechanical malfunction, or medical emergency. No additional details have yet been released regarding the exact cause or whether any outside influence played a role.
David Martin is mourned by his family, friends, and the broader community. Known among loved ones for his adventurous spirit and lifelong love of travel, he cherished road trips and family camping adventures—memories that now weigh more heavily in the wake of his passing.
While authorities continue examining the crash, Highway 59 North has since reopened to traffic. Drivers are urged to maintain open lanes and exercise caution in the area as the investigation concludes.
A remembrance service for David Martin has not yet been scheduled. In the meantime, community members are sending thoughts and prayers to those who knew and loved him, reflecting on a life that was tragically cut short.