Nacogdoches County, TX (April 20, 2026) – Two men were killed in a two-vehicle crash on Saturday morning, April 18, at the intersection of US 59 and FM 941 in Nacogdoches County.
The crash happened around 10:00 a.m. when a Toyota Corolla traveling north on FM 941 entered the intersection and was struck by a GMC Canyon traveling along US 59. Reports indicate that the Toyota failed to yield at the stop before entering the highway.
The driver of the Toyota, 27-year-old Asher Heidrich of Nacogdoches, and his passenger, 18-year-old Christopher Rhoton, were both pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the GMC was hurt and received treatment for injuries.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available.
Our condolences go out to the victims’ loved ones.
Failure to Yield at Intersections Can Lead to Serious Crashes
Intersections are common locations for crashes when drivers do not yield the right-of-way. Vehicles entering from side roads must judge the speed and distance of oncoming traffic before proceeding.
Misjudging this timing can place a vehicle directly in the path of another. At higher speeds, drivers on main roads may not have enough time to slow down or avoid a collision.
Clear signage and visibility are meant to help guide drivers, but attention and timing remain key factors. Even a brief mistake at a stop-controlled intersection can result in severe outcomes when vehicles collide.
