Man Charged With Murder Following Fatal Collision Allegedly Caused by Suicide Attempt

Corpus Christi, TX, October 1, 2026 —

A 23-year-old man, Liam Shannon, has been charged with murder in connection with a fatal head-on collision that occurred on Highway 361 near Corpus Christi. The crash resulted in the death of 59-year-old Jarrod Fangman.

According to an affidavit filed in the case, police state that text messages recovered indicate Shannon intentionally caused the collision with the intent to end his own life. The affidavit further details that the crash was caused by Shannon’s actions, leading to the death of Fangman.

The specific date of the collision was not immediately available in the information provided. The affidavit serves as a key piece of evidence for law enforcement in bringing the murder charge against Shannon. Further details regarding the nature of the text messages and the sequence of events leading up to the crash were not specified.

Investigators are working to piece together the full circumstances surrounding the incident. The charge of murder implies that prosecutors will seek to prove that Shannon’s actions, while possibly motivated by self-harm, directly led to the death of another individual, fulfilling the elements of the crime as defined by law.

The investigation is ongoing. The contractor’s name and the specific repair or construction work being referenced were not provided in the summary. Details regarding the arrest, arraignment, or any court proceedings for Liam Shannon following the murder charge were also not specified in the available information. The outcome of the investigation and any potential legal proceedings are yet to be determined.

Story summarized from the original created by Rachel Denny Clow on www.kristv.com, see more information here.