Texas

Annett Morales, Larry Higgins Killed; Carlos Morales, Judy Higgins Injured in Accident at US Hwy 281 in Blanco County, TX

Published on: March 21, 2025

Date of Accident
March 5, 2025
Victim's Name(s)
Carlos Morales, Larry Higgins, Judy Higgins
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

What Happened

Officials have information on a crash in Blanco County, TX, are investigating a three-vehicle crash that occurred on March 5, 2025 around 12:07 p.m. at US Highway 281.  According to investigators, a Chevrolet Trax allegedly failed to yield at a stop sign while turning left onto the highway and was struck by a southbound Toyota Tacoma. The impact caused the Tacoma to collide with a northbound Toyota 4Runner. The crash resulted in three fatalities: the 71-year-old driver of the 4Runner, identified as Larry Higgins, a 27-year-old passenger in the Tacoma, Annett Morales, and a 4-year-old child, also in the Tacoma. Two additional individuals, including Judy Higgins, sustained suspected serious injuries. Failure to yield was identified as a contributing factor. Additional information was not available.


Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Blanco County Police
Vehicles Involved
Chevrolet Trax, Toyota Tacoma, Toyota 4Runner
Road/Highway
US Hwy 281
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries (3), serious injuries (2), minor injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Chevrolet Trax, Toyota Tacoma, Toyota 4Runner

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