Van Zandt County commissioner killed, wife injured after tree falls on vehicle
"Please be in prayer for the family and updates will be provided on Janice’s condition," Van Zandt County Judge Andy Reese said.
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VAN ZANDT COUNTY, Texas — A Van Zandt County commissioner died after a tree fell on his vehicle while he and his wife were driving home.
According to Van Zandt County Judge Andy Reese, Pct. 2 commissioner Virgil Melton, Jr. was killed Monday night on his way home. His wife, Janice, was injured and taken to a local hospital. Her condition is unknown.
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"Please be in prayer for the family and updates will be provided on Janice’s condition," Reese said.
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