BELTON, Texas — A three-car accident on FM 1670 that took place Thursday evening has prompted authorities to temporarily close the road at Auction Barn Road as officers work to manage the scene.
The collision, which was initially reported as a two-car accident around 5:15 p.m. that day, resulted in the death of one person, according to Belton Police. John Cowen, 70, of Salado, was identified as the man that was pronounced dead at the scene by Justice of the Peace Larry Wilkey. Police say next of kin has been notified.
While full details regarding the cause of the crash have not been released, police say that Cowen was driving west on Auction Barn Road and failed to yield the right of way as he turned onto FM 1670. Belton PD says their CRASH team is still investigating the accident.
Further updates on the situation will be provided as they become available.