June 9, 2026
CUERO, Texas — Authorities have confirmed that the teenager involved in a May 29 police pursuit that ended in a fatal crash remains in juvenile detention as multiple agencies continue their investigation.
The incident began when a Cuero Police Department officer attempted to stop a 2016 Ford F‑250 driven by an unlicensed juvenile from Victoria. The driver fled, leading officers on a brief pursuit through Cuero before colliding with another vehicle.
The crash claimed the life of Dwayne Kent Morris, 40, of Cuero.
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is leading the accident investigation. Officials noted that the final crash report could take 45 to 60 days from the date of the incident to complete and forward to local authorities.
Once DPS finalizes its findings, the case is expected to be reviewed by the DeWitt County Attorney’s Office, which will determine how to proceed regarding any potential charges involving the juvenile.
No additional details have been released about the teen’s current status beyond confirmation of continued detention. Further updates are anticipated once the investigative report is complete.