24-Year-Old Lindsey Webster Tragically Killed in Early Morning Crash After Running Stop Sign in Jim Wells County; DPS Investigation Underway
Jim Wells County, TX — A devastating early morning crash in Jim Wells County has left a community mourning the loss of a young woman whose life was cut tragically short.
The Texas Department of Public Safety has now identified the victim of Wednesday’s fatal crash as 24-year-old Lindsey Webster, a resident of Alice, Texas. The accident occurred just after midnight, around 1:00 a.m., at the intersection of Farm-to-Market Road 2044 and U.S. Highway 281, just north of Alice.
According to information released by the Texas Highway Patrol, preliminary findings indicate that Webster was driving a Kia Sorento when she ran a stop sign at the intersection. As she entered the highway, her vehicle was struck on the driver’s side by an oncoming truck tractor. The impact of the crash was severe, and tragically, Lindsey Webster was pronounced dead at the scene.
First responders arrived quickly after receiving emergency calls, but despite their efforts, nothing could be done to save the young woman. The driver of the truck tractor involved in the collision was not reported to have suffered serious injuries.
The Highway Patrol Office in Alice is currently leading the investigation into the fatal crash. Authorities have not yet released further details about contributing factors such as speed, road conditions, or whether alcohol or distracted driving may have played a role. However, they confirmed that all aspects of the collision remain under active investigation.
This tragic incident has shaken the tight-knit community of Alice, where Lindsey Webster was known and loved. Family members and friends have begun expressing their grief and sharing tributes on social media, remembering her as a kind-hearted and bright young woman with a promising future ahead.
“She was always smiling, always helping others,” one friend wrote. “This doesn’t feel real. We love you, Lindsey.”
The loss underscores the dangers present at rural intersections like FM 2044 and U.S. 281, where visibility and timing can play crucial roles in traffic safety. Community members have also begun calling for improved signage and roadway lighting at the intersection, hoping to prevent another tragedy from happening.
This marks yet another fatal incident on South Texas roadways this year. According to data from the Texas Department of Transportation, crashes involving large trucks and passenger vehicles continue to be a significant concern in the region.
As the investigation continues, troopers urge drivers to use extreme caution at all intersections, especially those without traffic lights or where visibility may be limited.
Funeral arrangements for Lindsey Webster have not yet been announced.
Anyone with additional information about the crash is encouraged to contact the Texas Highway Patrol Office in Alice as investigators continue working to piece together the final moments leading up to the tragic collision.