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One killed in crash involving pickup, semi north of Bronte
By Nick Bradshaw at BigCountryHomepage (KTAB CBS / KRBC NBC) - News
· July 19, 2026
· 1 min read
COKE COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — One person was killed in a crash involving a pickup and a semi-truck early Friday morning north of Bronte. The crash happened around 12:40 a.m. July 17 on U.S. Highway 277, about seven miles north of Bronte, according to the Coke County Sheriff’s Office. The only ...
Key takeaway Highway 277, about seven miles north of Bronte, according to the Coke County Sheriff’s Office.
Why this matters in Abilene News
The fatal crash on U.S. Highway 277 north of Bronte is a stark reminder of the dangers that exist on rural roads in our area. As a community that relies heavily on these highways for daily commutes and transportation of goods, the safety of our roads is a pressing concern. The stretch of U.S. Highway 277 where the crash occurred is a key route for travelers and truckers alike, and incidents like this can have a significant impact on local traffic and commerce. With the investigation into the cause of the crash still ongoing, residents will be watching to see if any changes are made to improve safety on this stretch of road. The Coke County Sheriff's Office will likely be working to determine the factors that contributed to the crash, and their findings may inform future efforts to prevent similar tragedies in our region.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 19, 2026 ·
Source: BigCountryHomepage (KTAB CBS / KRBC NBC) - News ·
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What is this story about? COKE COUNTY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — One person was killed in a crash involving a pickup and a semi-truck early Friday morning north of Bronte. The crash happened around 12:40 a.m. July 17 on U.S. Highway 277, about seven miles north of Bronte, according to the Coke County Sheriff’s Office. The only ...
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