UPDATE on Woman dies in south Tarrant vehicle wreck

A report last week about a fatal two-vehicle wreck Friday in southern Tarrant County (below) misstated the directions of the two vehicles involved. Tarrant County Sheriff’s officials clarified on Monday that the eastbound vehicle traveled into the path of a wesbound vehicle in the 5700 block of Rendon-Bloodworth Road. The directions were switched in the original article. Also, the girl who died was Heidi Hunt, 17, of Cleburne. Accident investigators were still working on the final report Monday.

Original report:

A young woman died and three other people were hurt Friday in a two-vehicle wreck in southern Tarrant County, according to reports.

The wreck was reported at 4:52 p.m. in the 5700 block of Rendon-Bloodworth Road, said Terry Grisham, spokesman for the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Office.

The road is also called also called Farm Road 1187. The scene of the wreck was on a curve just east of the intersection with Rendon Road.

The names of people involved in the wreck and the vehicle descriptions were unavailable late Friday evening, Grisham said.

He explained, however, that the wreck happened when the driver of a westbound vehicle, described as a young woman, turned left from the road, which put it in the path of an eastbound vehicle, Grisham said.

"We don’t know exactly why," he said, "but there are driveways and other small roadways leading off of the highway."

The eastbound vehicle, carrying a woman and a "school-age" boy, struck the westbound vehicle broadside, Grisham said.

The passenger of the westbound car, also described as a young woman, was pronounced dead at the scene, he said.

One person was put on a helicopter ambulance, but Grisham did not know from which vehicle. Two other people were taken to the hospital by ground ambulances, he added. EMS crews from Crowley and Rendon responded, he said.

Accident investigators were still working the scene late Friday evening, Grisham said.

-- Bill Miller

Comments

[marriah Martinez]

I knew one of the girls in the accident, Heidi hunt. She had such a big heart, and always made everyone smile, she will be greatly missed, i use to go to church with her, she had so much going for her.
REST IN PARADISE "Heidi hunt".

[aynonmous]

She wasnt a young adult woman. She was a beautiful girl still in high school who had hopes and dreams a wonderful family and unlimited friends because of her kindness. She lost her life when she should still be here she lost her life at the hands of another careless driver. The "family" and "child" still live while another precious life is gone.

[Lou Tielli]

Makes you wonder if texting while driving was involved by the westbound driver. This is a very dangerous curve on 1187 that had recently been modified to limit access, based on several other incidents. Without close attention, a westbound driver can easily miss the curve and run directly into eastbound traffic.
What a terrible tragedy. I also know this family and they are wonderful people.

[FJ]

Another careless driver killed this young girl? Sounds like she turned in front of the other car without paying attention to oncoming traffic. Traffic that probably wasn't expecting her to turn where she did.

[BJ Faries]

I don't blame the aynonmous person for not signing her name because she doesn't know what's she talking about....and posted without bothering to get her facts straight. The other driver you refer to as "careless" went halfway off the road in an attempt to try not to hit the car Heidi was a passenger at the risk of injuring herself and young son. Why don't you ask the driver Heidi was riding with why she was driving in the wrong lane and turning left where there were no roads or driveways. If anyone was "careless" it was the driver Heidi was riding with.

[Fixdeadlyroads]

I do not know why you posted that second comment. The vehicle she was in turned in front of an oncoming vehicle tragic accident. But an ACCIDENT no less. Please do not point fingers it will not bring this girl back and there will be pain for the survivors as well. I do not know any of them but they are all victims.

[Rick]

The "careless" driver of the vehicle as some of you are describing happens to be the daughter of my best friend. I have talked to him and the story is reporting inaccurate information. She did not turn in front of an oncoming vehicle. Her vehicle hydroplaned into the other lane. Her over-correction to the fish-tail sent the car into a spinning motion, right into on-coming traffic. The deputy investigating the case visited them at the hospital and it was confirmed through witness statements.
You also might like to know that the father of Heidi Hunt called the hospital to check on my friend's daughter. As much pain her family is oging through, I'm sure he understands it was an accident that could have happened to anyone at any time.
My friend's daughter is a very religious young woman, and very responsible for her age. Please do not point fingers and cast blame on anyone. Respect the family that lost a daughter in this tragedy.

[Reggie]

About the only fact in this story is that a lovely young lady was killed. The car that supposedly turned into oncoming traffic actually lost control of the vehicle on the S curve, sending the car into a hyroplane. There was no texting, no speeding, just an inexperienced young driver that made a mistake.

This story didn't even get the direction right. The car that they report as turning was driving this stretch of road towards Mansfield, which is not east.

A girl lost her life in this tragedy. A 13 year old boy in the other car was horrified by the scene. It figures that the most hateful, rumor spreading poster would be "aynonmous". And I'm sure you're probably proud of your efforts. You spew your bile, and relish in those of us that call you out

[Amanda]

Wow I did not personally know ANY of the VICTIMS involved and as an outsider I can say that it is REALLY sad that anyone can place blame!! Sometimes ACCIDENTS happen that's why they are called accidents!! A young girl lost her life, her parents lost a child, family members lost someone they cherish, the driver lost a friend that they loved and cared about and probably feels guilty enough without the words of cruel people blaming her as well as the driver of the other vehicle having some guilt and heartache a young child was traumatized and I'm sure has a lifetime of that memory!!!! Instead of pointing blame and causing even MORE PAIN everyone should be praying for the people involved and their families!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[cendy]

I feel for everyone involved, this is just so sad and everyone is helpless and going thru some very hard times. I didn't know Heidi but my daughter went to school with her, and just makes you appreciate the loved ones around you... always tell your loved ones you love them no matter what the situation is.. we never know when they will be gone.... Rest in peace Heidi, God bless.

[Erika]

I would like to clear a few things up. I happen to know the mother and child of the other car very well and want to say that she is very torn up about this. She is always telling me how bad she feels and is still very unstable because of this ACCIDENT. It was just that, the other driver lost control and came into her lane. Reports are still not available for this accident. Please pray for everyone involved as they all have been emotionally and physically injured. She feels very bad for Heidi and wishes it never happened. Before people try to blame the "careless" driver, let'swait and see what report says.

[Amber C D.]

I knew Heidi. She was a bright, funny, and caring person. I know that if she were still here she wouldn't like some of the comments posted. Accidents happen. No one should be blamed. What if it was you and someone else that hit Heidi and the other girl? Would you blame yourself. What if you were the driver of the car that Heidi was in, would you blame yourself. NO! Thos wasn't posted to start putting blame on others that you DONT even know. It was to clear things up on what happened. What happened is life. Yes, I lost a friend, I still prayed every night for the other girl in the car and the other family involved. I miss you so much Heidi. <3 to the other girl and the other family involved I will continue to pray <3 and I know that Heidi doesn't blame anyone. She's safe and feeling no pain now. And I'll also pray for the ones who even think about putting blame on anyone. And God Bless to everyone. <3

[Karie]

We do not blame anyone for this. If anything, I blame myself for letting her go on a rainy day! God knows how much we muss our baby girl! She was truly an amazing daughter who touched more lives than we knew. Heidi had read "Heaven is for Real" and was reading The Shack when she passed. Heidi told her NuNu the week before school started that "Heaven is beautiful and I cant wait to get there." It is a life changing tragedy for all of us involved and we are putting our Faith and trust in Jesus to see us through. May God comfort and heal the Mom and son and sweet Ashley too.

[Becca]

While people blamed each other it was nobodys fault heidi was called home to be with the lord I'm thankful my last words with her where "have a great day Heidi see u Monday and that's what I choose to remember