Woman killed in Longview crash, driver arrested
Posted/updated on: June 24, 2026 at 3:20 pm
LONGVIEW – A man was arrested in Longview on Monday after he was involved in a crash on Mobberly Avenue that left a 44-year-old woman dead, according to Longview Police, and our news partner, KETK.
Police say officers responded to a report of suspicious activity when they found a vehicle that was allegedly in a crash at around 12:30 a.m. When officers tried to make contact with the driver, he fled in the vehicle. Police said he was later stopped and arrested for evading arrest with a vehicle.
After investigating, police later found the body of 44-year-old Taneka Shepard near the intersection of Mobberly Avenue and Level Street. The driver, identified as Danny Bozarth, Jr., of Longview, was then also charged with collision involving death.
Police continue investigating the crash and anyone with information is urged to contact them immediately at 903-237-1188.
