State makes plea offer for Overton man accused of hitting, killing FedEx driver

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) - State prosecutors have offered a plea deal to an Overton man accused of hitting and killing a FedEx driver making a delivery on State Highway 64 in Smith County.

Darren Wade Coleman, 30, appeared Monday before 475th District Judge Taylor Heaton at the Smith County Courthouse. He is charged with manslaughter in the July 8, 2025, death of Hidekel “E.D.” Cornelio, 26.

Prosecutors said they offered a plea agreement but had to reschedule a meeting with the family last week. Coleman’s defense team said it is still waiting on its mental health expert.

Coleman’s next hearing is set for Nov. 16. His trial is expected to begin Dec. 1, according to court records.

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