Grayson County, TX
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Jun 27, 2026
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A fatal collision on US 82 near Miller Road in Grayson County, TX, closed the area for several hours early Saturday, June 27, 2026. Authorities said the crash happened at about 12:50 a.m. and involved a semi-truck and a passenger car.
The impact occurred near a crossover between the eastbound and westbound lanes of US 82. According to authorities, the semi-truck driver was turning eastbound from the crossover when the truck failed to yield and struck the passenger car. Officials have not released any additional details about the passenger car’s direction of travel or whether any other vehicles were involved.
The person killed was identified as Chandler Hemenway, 19, of Gainesville. Authorities said Hemenway was pronounced dead at the scene. The semi-truck driver, identified as Fort Yvner, 40, of Sarasota, Florida, was reported uninjured.
Several agencies responded to the overnight crash, including area fire departments, police, and the Texas Department of Public Safety. The intersection area of US 82 near Miller Road remained shut down while responders worked at the scene, and it was cleared at about 5 a.m.
The Texas Department of Public Safety is continuing to investigate the crash. At this stage, officials have not announced further findings beyond the reported turning movement and failure to yield, and no additional information has been released.
For families affected by a fatal crash, official records can become important as the investigation develops. Crash reports, insurance letters, vehicle information, photographs, and any witness details may help clarify what happened on US 82 and what questions still need answers.
We are deeply sorry for the family and friends of Chandler Hemenway after this fatal crash on US 82 near Miller Road in Grayson County, TX. In the days after a serious truck accident, families may need time to gather the official crash report, preserve insurance correspondence, document vehicle damage, and keep track of funeral or medical-related expenses. Because commercial truck crashes can involve layered insurance and evidence questions, speaking with a local law firm may help affected families understand their options without making rushed decisions. No outcome is guaranteed, but getting informed guidance can make the next steps feel more manageable while the investigation continues.
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