Texas

Carmen Ruiz Killed in Accident at US Hwy 57 in Zavala County, TX

Published on: February 12, 2025

Date of Accident
January 22, 2025
Victim's Name(s)
Carmen Ruiz
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

What Happened

Police have information on a crash in Zavala County, TX, are investigating a fatal head-on collision that occurred on January 22, 2025, at approximately 5:24 a.m. on U.S. Highway 57. According to investigators, a Dodge Grand Caravan was traveling east when it collided head-on with a semi-truck traveling west. The driver of the Dodge, identified as 50-year-old Carmen Ruiz, sustained fatal injuries.The driver of the semi-truck, a 37-year-old male, and his 65-year-old male passenger were not injured. Alleged contributing factors include failure to maintain a single lane. Additional information was not available.


Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Zavala County Police
Vehicles Involved
Dodge Grand Caravan, Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
US Hwy 57
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Dodge Grand Caravan collided with a commercial semi-truck

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