Driver killed in Highway 6 crash in Bryan identified

BRYAN, Texas (KBTX) - Bryan police say the driver of an SUV that crashed Thursday morning on Highway 6 has passed away.

The driver has been identified as Quintavia Deshawn Nickerson, 20, from Bryan.

The crash happened just after 11:30 a.m. on Highway 6 southbound at the Briarcrest Drive overpass, according to Bryan police.

It appeared the SUV left the highway and struck an overpass bridge pillar.

The driver was rushed to a hospital and later passed away.

Southbound Highway 6 was shut down for a number of hours following the incident.

Police are investigating the cause of the wreck.

(11:37 am) UPDATE: Southbound North Earl Rudder Freeway is closed near the Briarcrest Drive overpass.
Southbound traffic is being diverted onto the southbound Frontage Road at the William J Bryan Parkway exit. Expect delays in the area.
— Bryan Police Department (@BryanPolice) May 11, 2023

Nickerson’s family is planning a candlelight ceremony and balloon release on May 19.

People are asked to wear red.

The details are below.

Quintavia Nickerson's family is planning a candlelight ceremony and balloon release on May 19. — Quintavia Nickerson's family is planning a candlelight ceremony and balloon release on May 19.(Quintavia Nickerson's family)

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