JEFFERSON COUNTY, Texas — One person has died following a one vehicle crash Tuesday afternoon according to Jefferson County Sheriff's Office.

The crash happened at around 2:45 p.m. on TX-124 & Bill Gaulding Rd in Jefferson County, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.

Preliminary investigation revealed that a Ford Explorer was traveling south and reportedly traveled off the road to the right and struck a tree, according to DPS.

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office was first to respond to the scene, but DPS will be leading the investigation.

The victim's name will be released once next of kin has been notified.

This is a developing story. We will update with more if and when we receive more confirmed information.

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