Arkansas

Anthony Valdez Killed in Accident at I-30 in Benton, AR

Published on: October 27, 2023

Date of Accident
October 22, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-30, Benton, AR, USA

What Happened

Arkansas State Police have information on a two-vehicle crash that killed one person involved at I-30 in Benton, AR on October 22nd, 2023. Officials say it happened around 1:15 p.m. Investigators allege a tractor-trailer headed westbound on I-30 merged lanes, striking a second tractor-trailer operated by 23-year-old Anthony Valdez. The impact is said to have caused the second truck to veer from the road into multiple trees. Valdez suffered fatal injuries in the incident while the other driver was uninjured, according to police. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Arkansas State Police
Vehicles Involved
Tractor-trailer
Road/Highway
I-30
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tractor-trailer was involved in a collision with a second tractor-trailer

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