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Woman dies after being hit by her own vehicle
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 16, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Authorities are investigating the incident, with the Houston County Sheriff's Office leading the inquiry.
A tragic incident occurred in Houston County, Alabama, resulting in the death of a 63-year-old woman. The woman, identified as Tammy Mears, was attempting to get back into her SUV after using a battery jump box. The vehicle started to roll, trapping her in the process.
Authorities are investigating the incident, with the Houston County Sheriff's Office leading the inquiry. The Houston County Deputy Coroner is also involved in the case. Further details about the incident are available from local news sources, including WTVY and Gray News, which are providing updates on the investigation.
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Category: local Published: July 16, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A tragic incident occurred in Houston County, Alabama, resulting in the death of a 63-year-old woman. The woman, identified as Tammy Mears, was attempting to get back into her SUV after using a…
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