Terrell accident leaves Kaufman woman dead
A 16-year-old Kaufman woman is dead and 19-year-old Terrell woman remains hospitalized following a two-vehicle accident Wednesday morning.
Terrell Police Services responded to the call at the intersection of State Highway 205 and Colquitt Road at approximately 8:13 a.m.
The accident involved a 1992 Ford Mustang driven by Sarah Mynxx, 16, of Kaufman and a 2008 Ford F-350 driven by Glen Whitley, 53, of Canton.
According to TPS and DPS officials at the scene, Mynxx was attempting to turn south on State Highway 205 when her car was broadsided by the truck driven by Whitley.
Justice of the Peace Mike Smith pronounced Mynxx dead at the scene.
CareFight transported the passenger of the Mustang, Jessica Morris-Lee, 19, of Terrell, to a Dallas hospital. Her condition is unknown.
Terrell Police Services responded to the call at the intersection of State Highway 205 and Colquitt Road at approximately 8:13 a.m.
The accident involved a 1992 Ford Mustang driven by Sarah Mynxx, 16, of Kaufman and a 2008 Ford F-350 driven by Glen Whitley, 53, of Canton.
According to TPS and DPS officials at the scene, Mynxx was attempting to turn south on State Highway 205 when her car was broadsided by the truck driven by Whitley.
Justice of the Peace Mike Smith pronounced Mynxx dead at the scene.
CareFight transported the passenger of the Mustang, Jessica Morris-Lee, 19, of Terrell, to a Dallas hospital. Her condition is unknown.
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Someone wrote on Aug 30, 2008 12:51 AM:
" Because she was home schooled, so she didn't have school that day. Her schedule was different from the standards we use in public schools. She was on her way to work. She was a very responsible young lady "
Terrell Native wrote on Aug 30, 2008 10:03 AM:
" Responsible for killing herself and injuring two other people. She pulled out in front of someone, I don't call that very responsible. "
terrelltribunereader wrote on Aug 30, 2008 10:16 AM:
" Teens learning to drive can be quite a learning experience, but a tragedy is a tragedy and it wont help these families to heal by tagging blame and fault. Could you imagine losing a child? Both of these families are in our prayers. "
Terrell Native wrote on Aug 30, 2008 12:18 PM:
" To Terrelltribunereader - If you will note in my 1st post, I said I was sorry for their families, but because she was a young driver look at the tragedy that was caused.
Once again my prayers go out to all 3 families. "
Once again my prayers go out to all 3 families. "
TerrellNative2 wrote on Aug 30, 2008 11:29 PM:
" I will pray for you Terrell Native. I am guessing that you are an adult that has never made a split second irresponsible mistake. Maybe you are family or friend of Jessica Morris-Lee and you are angry. I don't know but I cannot imagine what would make you post such heartless comments here regardless of if you said sorry to the families or not. Are they supposed to believe that you truly feel for or are praying for their family?? Maybe you should use some of your energy and anger to petition that a stop light be put up at that intersection. Check the statistics on wrecks that happen at that location the exact same way. I am positive they don't all involve young drivers and there are MANY wrecks there. I live on Coluitt Road and have two 17 years old who cross that intersection daily. It terrifies me and I beg them to be careful. Go sit at that intersection and attempt to turn South onto 205 or cross Coluitt Road. If a vehicle heading North on 205 is turning onto Coluitt people think it is safe to turn South but they do not see the vehicle behind that one which broadsides them. Ms. Mynxx probably did not see Mr. Whitley. I have seen it happen time and time again. So...take heart Native. Next time it could be you or your loved one because nobody is perfect except Jesus Christ and I know you are not him because he would never make such heartless comments. "
me wrote on Aug 31, 2008 6:21 PM:
" Amen, To Terrell Native2. I think Terrell Native always has something to say on every blog, and doesn't think before saying it. Terrell Native the next time you open your mouth I think it should only be to put the other foot in...Your very heartless and cruel to all the families and friends involved. You need to think about what you say before you say it. And don't give me that B.S. about this being a public forum and you can say anything you want and it's only your opinion. We have heard enough of your opinions for a while. So, no thanks keep them to yourself.. "
shillingsc wrote on Sep 1, 2008 12:43 AM:
" I do agree that young drivers are inexperienced, but if anyone has ever even drove in terrell they would know that it doesn't matter if you have one week experience or 50 years. I think a lot of people that drive in terrell are either drunk or high because they drive crazy, especially on 205. HIghway 205 is a very dangerous highway. That could have happened to anyone, regardless of their age. I feel so bad for the familes. I just think in my head, I go to terrell every single day, that could have been me or my family. I couldn't imagine what they are going through. I agree that maybe TerrellNative needs to be more sypathetic in thier posting. Imagine if the family of the girl that died were to read that or imagine if that was your daughter that died and someone said something like that about your daughter. Thanks. "
Iloveyouforever wrote on Sep 2, 2008 10:41 AM:
" Sarah Mynxx was a VERY responsible Adult. She was Easing out SLOWLY to see around the tall grass, to see if she could turn when the Truck hit her.
I hope that Sarah's family never finds this, because I know that this would just break their hearts Even more.
I'm going to pray for you, and I hope that next time you comment, you say it in a better way. "
I hope that Sarah's family never finds this, because I know that this would just break their hearts Even more.
I'm going to pray for you, and I hope that next time you comment, you say it in a better way. "
Iloveyouforever wrote on Sep 2, 2008 10:44 AM:
" By the way, Jessie is at home, she has Several broken Bones, and is recuperating. "
Terrell Native wrote on Sep 3, 2008 8:37 AM:
" To TerrellNative@and me; I too have been a victim of the traffic and idiots on Hwy 205, my dad was killed by a drunk driver on that very road 3 years ago, the exact same way Mr. Whitley was injured. An 18 year old driving drunk on a joy ride with his friends, ran that stop sign and killed my dad, so don't tell me what to feel, or what to say, until you are put in that position, you have no idea how it feels.
Let me say this after reading my comment posted earlier, the only one that I feel was harsh was the second comment, "responsible for killing herself and injuring two other people", that comment was offkey, and I apologize, but I still stand by my first post.
Once again, I say to the Mynxx,Morris-Lee, and Whitley families and friends my heartfelt apologies, and prayers go out to you and your families. I too have been in your shoes, and know the pain you are living right now. "
Let me say this after reading my comment posted earlier, the only one that I feel was harsh was the second comment, "responsible for killing herself and injuring two other people", that comment was offkey, and I apologize, but I still stand by my first post.
Once again, I say to the Mynxx,Morris-Lee, and Whitley families and friends my heartfelt apologies, and prayers go out to you and your families. I too have been in your shoes, and know the pain you are living right now. "
From California wrote on Sep 3, 2008 8:38 AM:
" As a grandmother, I cannot conceive the heartlessness of the comments by TerrelNative. Sarah was a bright, happy child. She was a mature and responsible teenager, with many life experiences not available to many her age. And her Papa and I will miss her terribly. We are still in shock and grief, as are her parents and siblings. Please, when posting on boards like this one, think before you type. You have no idea of the pain you cause other people. "
bewildered wrote on Sep 3, 2008 9:00 AM:
" My condolences go out to families involved. May God wrap his arms around you and give you comfort.
My prayers are with you all. "
My prayers are with you all. "
hope wrote on Sep 3, 2008 2:56 PM:
" I am 34 years old and cannot believe the inmaturity of the people who post on this website. Makes me disgusted to live in the city of Terrell!!!!!!!! "
roadtrip wrote on Sep 3, 2008 6:02 PM:
" Nice going there Terrell Native. Hope you're proud of yourself. "
me wrote on Sep 4, 2008 12:27 PM:
" Not only did Terrell Native say such heartless things on this forum she posted on the Kaufman Hearld as well. And to Terrell Native being someone that has felt such pain you should have been more understanding and compassionate to other peoples feeling. So, THINK next time before posting. "

Terrell Native wrote on Aug 29, 2008 1:54 PM: