A devastating car accident in Temple, Texas, has claimed the lives of three members of the McCaffety family, including Rogers ISD junior, Connor McCaffety. The fatal crash, confirmed by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS), occurred on State Highway 36 in Milam County and resulted in a prolonged road closure as authorities investigated the scene.
The victims have been identified as 43-year-old Clint McCaffety, 39-year-old Meghan Nicole McCaffety, and their 16-year-old son, Connor McCaffety. According to officials, the crash occurred on Monday evening, and by 8 a.m. Tuesday, Texas DPS confirmed that all three individuals had succumbed to their injuries.
Community in Mourning
Rogers Independent School District (ISD), where Connor was a junior student, has been deeply impacted by the loss. Superintendent Duana Brashear expressed condolences on behalf of the district, emphasizing the emotional toll on students, staff, and the wider community.
“Our entire district, and the communities we serve, are impacted by this loss. Support for students and staff will continue to be available in the days and weeks to come. Counselors are on site at all campuses. At this time, we do not have any information regarding services. Please keep this family in your prayers. Love each other.”
The district has mobilized grief counselors across all campuses to support students and faculty during this tragic time.
Ongoing Investigation
The Milam County Sheriff’s Office and Texas DPS continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash. Officials have not yet disclosed further details regarding the cause of the accident or potential contributing factors.
State Highway 36 was closed for several hours overnight as emergency responders worked at the scene. Authorities are urging anyone with information or witnesses to come forward to assist in their ongoing investigation.
Honoring the McCaffety Family
The sudden and tragic loss of Clint, Meghan, and Connor McCaffety has left friends, family, and the Temple community grieving. Tributes have poured in across social media, with loved ones remembering the family’s warmth, kindness, and unwavering support for their community.
Funeral arrangements have yet to be announced. The community is expected to come together in the coming days to honor their memory and offer support to those affected by this heartbreaking tragedy.