HUNT COUNTY, TEXAS — Corey Shane Tacker, 26, of Wills Point, Texas, died early Saturday morning after the Ford Expedition he was driving left County Road 3609 and struck a tree in a single-vehicle crash.
The collision occurred shortly after midnight, with Texas Department of Public Safety troopers responding to the scene at approximately 12:05 a.m.
Tacker was pronounced dead at the scene.
What Happened to Corey Shane Tacker?
According to the preliminary investigation, Tacker was driving a 2017 Ford Expedition south on County Road 3609 in Hunt County.
Investigators determined that the SUV was traveling at an unsafe speed when Tacker lost control.
The vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree.
The force of the collision caused severe damage to the Expedition, and Tacker suffered fatal injuries.
Hunt County Crash Investigation
Texas DPS troopers responded to County Road 3609 after receiving the report shortly after midnight.
Investigators examined the roadway and vehicle as part of the preliminary crash investigation.
Authorities determined that unsafe speed and the subsequent loss of control were factors identified in the initial investigation. The investigation remains ongoing.
No additional contributing factors had been publicly released in the initial report.
Corey Shane Tacker Crash Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Name | Corey Shane Tacker |
| Age | 26 |
| Residence | Wills Point, Texas |
| Date of crash | Saturday, September 19, 2026 |
| Time | Approximately 12:05 a.m. |
| County | Hunt County, Texas |
| Roadway | County Road 3609 |
| Vehicle | 2017 Ford Expedition |
| Direction of travel | Southbound |
| Crash type | Single-vehicle collision |
| What happened | SUV left roadway and struck a tree |
| Contributing factor identified | Unsafe speed |
| Outcome | Tacker died at the scene |
| Investigating agency | Texas Department of Public Safety |
A Fatal Early-Morning Collision
The crash occurred during the early morning hours on a rural Hunt County roadway.
The preliminary investigation indicates that the Expedition left the roadway after Tacker lost control while traveling at an unsafe speed. The vehicle then collided with a tree, resulting in fatal injuries.
Emergency personnel responded, but Tacker could not be saved.
Remembering Corey Shane Tacker
Corey Shane Tacker was only 26 years old when his life ended unexpectedly in the Hunt County crash.
For his family, friends and the Wills Point community, the news marks a sudden and painful loss.
The circumstances of the collision will remain part of the investigation, but for those who knew Tacker, his life extends far beyond the details of the accident.
Family and friends will now face the difficult days ahead while holding onto the memories and relationships that shaped his life.
Investigation Continues
The Texas Department of Public Safety continues to investigate the crash.
The preliminary findings identified unsafe speed and loss of control before the Expedition left County Road 3609 and struck the tree. Additional information could be released as investigators complete their work.
Funeral, visitation and memorial arrangements for Corey Shane Tacker were not included in the initial public crash information.
Disclaimer
This article is based on preliminary information regarding the death of Corey Shane Tacker in a single-vehicle crash in Hunt County, Texas. Crash investigations can develop as additional evidence becomes available, and preliminary findings may be updated or corrected by authorities. Funeral and memorial information should be confirmed through the family or authorized representatives.