Celeste, TX (January 16, 2026) – A deadly collision involving two vehicles claimed one life on Thursday in the city of Celeste, according to a statement from the Texas Department of Public Safety.
The crash occurred along U.S. Highway 69, prompting a large-scale response from emergency personnel and law enforcement. Crews arrived to find significant damage at the scene and confirmed that one person had died as a result of the impact. The identity of the victim has not yet been made public.
DPS officials have not released details regarding the cause of the crash or how the two vehicles came to collide. Investigators are continuing to gather evidence and interview any witnesses in the area.
U.S. 69 remains closed in the immediate vicinity while crews work to process the scene and remove debris from the roadway. Motorists are urged to seek alternate routes until the highway is reopened.
We extend our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of the person who lost their life in this tragic crash.
