Deadly Crash on State Highway 71 Under Investigation

Driver Killed After Ford F-350 Collides with Box Truck on Highway 71 Near Llano

Llano, TX (July 26, 2026) — On Friday afternoon, a fatal two-vehicle crash on State Highway 71 forced the closure of the highway east of Llano as authorities investigated the incident.

According to the Llano Police Department, the crash happened around 2:35 p.m. A preliminary investigation by Texas Department of Public Safety troopers found that a Ford F-350 traveling east crossed into the westbound lanes and collided head-on with a box truck.

The driver of the Ford F-350 died at the scene. The box truck driver suffered minor injuries and received medical attention.

Officials diverted eastbound traffic at Llano Junior High School, allowing large trucks to turn around before rerouting through the city. Drivers heading east were advised to use State Highway 29 East or State Highway 16 South. Westbound traffic was redirected at Ranch Road 2233 through Kingsland.

Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and the highway remained closed pending further updates.

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