Authorities are investigating a motor vehicle wreck that killed 2 people in Taylor. The incident was reported on Monday, at around 6:16 p.m.

The Taylor Police Department reported that John Crayton, Jr.,40, was driving in an intoxicated state and failed to stop at a red traffic control signal.

The police investigation revealed that Crayton, Jr., who was driving a silver 2005 Dodge pickup truck, traveled north in the 100 block of FM 973. 

He then entered the intersection of Carlos Parker Boulevard SW where he hit a 2013 Toyota Avalon.

Vassef, 38,and Soriano, 39, from Elgin, who were in the Toyota Avalon were pronounced dead at the scene.

Crayton, Jr. was arrested and has been charged with intoxication and manslaughter. 

September 7, 2022

Source: Fox 7 Austin