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Springtown Woman Turns Herself In on Intoxication Manslaughter Charges in Azle Crash

Investigators used accident reconstruction to secure warrants, prompting the suspect’s surrender.

Overview

  • Tammy Jo Lawrence, 48, surrendered on Feb. 13 after learning of warrants charging her with two counts of intoxication manslaughter and two counts of intoxication assault.
  • The five‑car collision occurred Sept. 23, 2025, in the 13000 block of FM 730 S. in Azle, leaving two people dead and two others hospitalized with serious injuries.
  • Authorities identified the deceased as 67‑year‑old Robert Anness and 73‑year‑old Johna Wicker, who were pronounced dead at the scene.
  • Investigators say a northbound vehicle crossed into southbound lanes, striking vehicles and triggering a chain‑reaction crash.
  • Lawrence was booked into the Parker County Jail, is held on more than $50,000 bond, and jail records list an additional charge of driving with an invalid license.